Can I get contouring and bonding done while having a permanent fixed retainer behind my teeth?

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Sarah Thompson, DMD · Answer

Hi there,To answer your question, of course you can get contouring and bonding with a permanent retainer, as long as the permanent retainer is not obstructing the exact area that you want contoured or bonded.  I can tell you that I have provided contouring and bonding on several patients that have had permanent retainers placed by me.  I typically go out of my way to place the permanent retainer in a way that does not hinder my patients cosmetically or functionally in their ability to speak or eat.  I'm pretty sure that your dentist would have had similar goals in placing your retainer.  So, no worries, get it done!Good luck and follow me on Real Self, if you have additional questions.

Norman Huefner, DDS · Answer

No problem at all doing tooth reshaping (contouring) or even any laser gum recontouring either.With regards to bonding, it depends on where the bonding needs to go, but generally it is possible.Another option is to have the fixed retainer removed, have the bonding, and then replacing the fixed retainer.Or, have the fixed retainer removed, have the bonding and then utilizing a removable retainer, either a Hawley retainer or Invisalign or Essix reteainer.Your cosmetic dentist is the one who is best able to advise you and communicate with your orthodontist who placed the fixed retainer if appropriate.

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