ESSIX VS HAWLEY RETAINER

By: Smileway Dental

Essix Retainer

Essix retainer are a type of orthondontic retention device used to protect the result of your braces or clear aligner treatment. Essix retainer are ;-

  • Easily removeable and use
  • Almost completely visible
  • More comfortable than hawley retainer
  • Not as likely to impact speech compared to other type of retainer

Hawley Retainer

A hawley retainer is made out of a combination of metal wire and either plastic or acrylic. The metal wire runs along your teeth to keep them in place l, while the acrylic or plastic section of the retainer sits either on the roof of your mouth or on the inside of your lower teeth. Hawley retiner ;-

  • Hawley retainer are easily visible and removeable
  • More durable and strong compared to essix retainer
  • More likely to impact speech than other types of retainer
  • It can be uncomfortable to use it for some people

In Smileway Dental Clinic Subang Jaya and Smileway Dental Clinic Setapak we take care of your smile because we believe in “Creating Smiles That Matters” in your life. Take care everyone. To know more about the reason why you should visit your dentist regularly, do not hesitate to contact us and get an appointment for a consultation.

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2023-07-11
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