Keep Your Smile Beautiful and Straight for Life

Retainers at Markovitz Orthodontics

You’ve put in the work to get a great smile, now it’s time to keep it that way. At Markovitz Orthodontics, we provide custom-fitted retainers to keep your smile perfectly aligned. Just like your braces or Invisalign® treatment, we personalize your orthodontic retention care with removable retainers that fit correctly and meet your unique needs.

Securing your smile with a retainer is the last step in your journey, and we’re committed to helping you keep your smile beautiful and straight for the rest of your life.

How Retainers Help Keep Your Smile in Place

Even after your teeth are aligned, they can still naturally shift back to their original positions without something to keep them in place. This is because the ligaments that attach your teeth to your gums still need time to adjust. That’s where orthodontic retainers come into play. They apply constant, gentle pressure (similar to braces or clear aligners) to help stop shifting from happening.

The amount of time patients need to wear retainers after braces or Invisalign depends on the nature of their treatment and unique smile. For most patients who complete their braces treatment, we recommend wearing their retainers day and night for three days before switching to nighttime use only. Invisalign patients only have to wear their retainers at night.

Wearing a retainer after your treatment is essential. Think of it as an insurance policy for your smile—it keeps all the progress you made from slipping away.

Types of Retainers We Offer in the Baltimore Metro Area

Dr. Stanley Markovitz offers two types of removable retainers, making it convenient and flexible to maintain your smile. We’ll help you choose the one that fits your needs and lifestyle during your appointment.

Vivera Retainers

Clear, durable, and made by Invisalign, Vivera retainers offer premium quality you can trust. As an Invisalign Diamond Provider, Markovitz Orthodontics proudly offers these high-performance retainers to help you maintain your beautifully aligned smile. Vivera retainers are custom-fit, virtually invisible, and built from a proprietary material that’s up to 30% stronger than other clear retainers, perfect for long-term wear, comfort, and confidence.

Essix Retainers

Sleek, custom-made, and discreet, Essix retainers are trusted by many patients to preserve their new smile. These clear, removable retainers are precisely molded to fit your teeth, allowing you to keep them aligned with subtlety and convenience. Because they’re made from ultra-thin plastic material, they’re ideal for everyday wear. Keep your smile looking its best with a retainer that fits seamlessly into your lifestyle.

Why Wearing Your Retainer Matters

Retainers help maintain your results and support your oral health long after your treatment is over. They’re an essential part of protecting your new smile and ensuring it stays confident and comfortable for years to come. Here are just a few of the benefits retainers provide:

A Stronger, Healthier Bite

When your smile stays aligned, it’s easier to chew, speak, and avoid unnecessary pressure on your jaw. That means fewer headaches, less jaw strain, and a bite that continues to work comfortably and efficiently.

Better Dental Habits

By keeping your teeth straight, retainers make brushing and flossing more effective. When your teeth are straight, there are fewer places for plaque to hide, and you have a lower risk of getting cavities or having gum issues later on.

Clearer Speech and Easier Breathing

Keeping your teeth and jaws in alignment can also improve how you speak and breathe. Retainers help maintain the positioning that supports healthy airflow and clear speech, especially if your treatment addressed bite or jaw concerns.

Ready To Protect Your Smile at Markovitz Orthodontics?

Whether you’ve just completed treatment or need a replacement retainer, Markovitz Orthodontics is here to help you keep your smile in top shape. With over 30 years of experience and a commitment to prompt, personalized care, we make sure every patient feels supported from start to finish.

Visit us in Baltimore, Parkville, or Pikesville, and see why families across the area trust us to keep their smiles healthy, strong, and confident for years to come.