Reténce: Co to je a proč je důležitá po ortodontii
When you finish orthodontic treatment, your teeth aren’t done moving — reténce, je zařízení, které udržuje zuby v nové pozici po odstranění rovnátek. Also known as reténcí, it is the final, most overlooked step in straightening your smile. Without it, even the most successful orthodontic treatment can unravel within months. Many people think that once the braces come off, their job is done. But the truth is, your teeth have a memory. They want to go back to where they were before — and without reténce, they will.
There are two main types of reténcí, zařízení, které udržuje zuby v nové pozici po ortodontii: fixed and removable. Fixed retainers are thin wires bonded behind your front teeth — invisible and always on. Removable retainers are clear plastic trays or wire-and-acrylic devices you take out to eat and clean. Both work, but only if you use them. Studies show that up to 80% of people who skip retainer wear see their teeth shift noticeably within two years. That’s not just cosmetic — misaligned teeth are harder to clean, leading to plaque buildup, gum disease, and even tooth loss.
Why does this happen? Your gums and jawbone need time to adapt to the new position of your teeth. It takes months — sometimes over a year — for the tissue to fully stabilize. That’s why your orthodontist will tell you to wear your retainer full-time at first, then only at night. Skipping nights, losing your retainer, or forgetting to wear it for weeks? That’s how your smile starts slipping back. And fixing it later? It often means going through orthodontics all over again.
Reténce isn’t optional. It’s not a suggestion. It’s the final, non-negotiable step to protect your investment — time, money, and effort — in straighter teeth. If you’ve worn braces or clear aligners, your retainer is the guard that keeps your results intact. The good news? You don’t need to wear it forever the same way. After the first year, most people switch to nighttime-only wear and can go years without major shifts — as long as they stay consistent.
What you’ll find here are real, practical guides on how to use your retainer correctly, what to do if it breaks or feels tight, how to clean it without damaging it, and why skipping it is the biggest mistake people make after orthodontics. You’ll also learn how reténce connects to other issues — like gum health, teeth grinding, and even jaw pain — because your bite doesn’t change in isolation. These aren’t theory articles. They’re based on what patients actually experience and what dentists see every day in their clinics.
Co je to retinový zub a proč ho nosíte po fixních rovnátkách?
Retinový zub není nový typ zubu, ale systém, který udržuje zuby v pozici po fixních rovnátkách. Bez něj se zuby vracejí zpět. Zjistěte, proč je retence nezbytná a jak ji správně nosit.
