vakauttimet
Vakauttimet are dental appliances used in orthodontics to keep teeth in their corrected positions after active treatment, such as braces or clear aligners. Their primary purpose is to prevent relapse, or the tendency of teeth to shift back toward their pre-treatment alignment.
There are two main categories: removable and fixed vakauttimet. Removable retainers include Hawley-type devices, which combine
Materials and construction vary by type. Removable retainers use plastics or acrylics with metal components, while
Duration of use is individualized. Some patients wear retainers full-time for a period after treatment and
Historically, retention has been an integral part of orthodontics since the early 20th century, with modern