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Congratulations on completing your orthodontic treatment! After all the time and effort you've invested in achieving your perfectly straight smile with braces or Invisalign, the final step is ensuring it lasts. A teeth retainer is not optional—it is the most crucial part of securing your results. Getting your teeth retainer in Turkey at Dentalays provides an affordable, high-quality solution to protect your investment for life.
A retainer does not move your teeth; it holds them in their new, perfect position. Explore our "teeth retainer" galleries to see the beautiful results that our custom orthodontic retainer types are designed to protect.
The price of teeth retainer (your first set) is almost always included in your total orthodontic treatment cost (e.g., your Invisalign or Braces package). The teeth retainer fee below applies to orthodontic retainer replacement (if you lose or break one) or for new retainers if you had treatment elsewhere. The cost of teeth retainer in Turkey is significantly lower than in the UK or USA.
| Retainer Type | Turkey (Estimate €) | UK / Europe / USA (Estimate €) |
|---|---|---|
| Removable Clear Retainer (per arch) | €90 - €180+ | €240 - 550+ |
| Fixed Bonded Retainer (per arch) | €100 - €200 | €280 - €650+ |
Please note these are estimated starting prices for replacement retainers. For a precise quote, please request a free, personalized consultation.
An orthodontic retainer is a custom-made dental appliance designed to keep your teeth in their new, straight positions after your braces or Invisalign treatment is complete.
Why is it essential? Your teeth are held in your jawbone by ligaments that have "memory." After your braces are removed, these ligaments will try to pull your teeth back to their original, crooked positions. This is called orthodontic relapse. A retainer is the only thing that prevents this, ensuring your straight teeth retainer holds the new alignment permanently.
The day your orthodontic treatment ends, your retention phase begins:
If you had traditional braces, we will remove all the brackets and wires and polish your teeth. If you had Invisalign, we would remove any attachments.
We immediately take a high-precision 3D digital scan of your newly straightened teeth.
We offer the two most effective and modern kinds of retainer for teeth:
This is the most popular option. It is a clear, plastic tray that looks identical to an Invisalign aligner. It's custom-molded to fit your teeth perfectly. Vivera® is the official retainer brand from the makers of Invisalign.
This is a thin, strong wire that is permanently bonded to the back of your front teeth (typically the bottom 4-6 teeth, as this is the most common area for relapse). This is an excellent bottom teeth retainer because you never have to remember to wear it.
| Retainer Type | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Removable Clear (Essix/Vivera) | • Invisible (when worn) • Removable for eating & brushing • Easy to clean teeth • Covers chewing surfaces (good for grinders) |
• Compliance is 100% up to you (if you don't wear it, teeth move) • Can be lost or broken • Needs replacement every 1-3 years |
| Fixed Bonded (Permanent) | • Works 24/7 (cannot forget) • Completely invisible from the front • Excellent for high-relapse areas (lower front teeth) |
• Difficult to clean (requires floss threaders) • Can trap plaque if not cleaned well • Wire can sometimes break or a bond can come loose |
Many patients choose a combination: a fixed retainer on the bottom and a removable retainer on the top.
This is the simplest question to answer. Every single patient who has completed orthodontic treatment (braces or Invisalign) needs a teeth retainer after braces. There are no exceptions. Without a retainer, your teeth will begin to shift back, sometimes within weeks.
The teeth retainer fee for a replacement clear (Essix) retainer is typically €80 - €150 per arch. A replacement fixed (bonded) retainer is around €100 - €200.
Your orthodontist will give you a specific plan, but the universal rule is: "Nighttime for a lifetime." You will likely wear it full-time for 3-6 months, then only at night, forever.
Your teeth will move. This is called orthodontic relapse. Your straight smile will become crooked again.
Most orthodontists, including ours, highly recommend a fixed bonded retainer for the lower teeth retainer. This area is the most likely to relapse and become crowded again.
No. A straight teeth retainer holds straight teeth in place; it does not move crooked teeth. If you want to straighten your teeth, you need orthodontic treatment like braces or Invisalign first.
You must use a floss threader or interdental brush to clean between the teeth under the wire every day. It requires extra care to prevent plaque buildup.
With proper care, an Essix or Vivera retainer will last 1-3 years before it may need to be replaced due to wear.
The two main types are Removable (a clear plastic tray like Essix/Vivera, or a wire Hawley) and Fixed (a permanent wire bonded behind your teeth).
Once your braces are off, we scan you. The final removable retainer is usually ready within 24-48 hours. A fixed retainer is placed in a single 30-60 minute appointment.
They are both clear, removable retainers. Essix is a generic, high-quality material. Vivera is the specific brand of retainer made by Invisalign, known for being very durable and fitting precisely based on your final Invisalign scan.
In dentistry, high-resolution photographs are taken to evaluate the patient’s existing tooth structure and facial aesthetics. These photos are used to document and analyze the condition, color, and shape of the teeth and their harmony with the patient’s face.
Why is it important? Professional photographs help dentists and lab technicians plan the restoration process and achieve ideal aesthetic results.
5D scanning technology allows for highly precise digital scanning of teeth and oral structures. This technology goes beyond traditional 3D scans by capturing additional information such as color, texture, and movement.
Why is it important? 5D scanning enables the creation of detailed digital models of teeth, allowing for more accurate and personalized restorations. This accelerates the treatment process and provides a more comfortable experience for the patient.
Special dental burs are used for shaping teeth with minimal preparation and for the precise placement of restorations. These burs are high-precision and sharp instruments.
Dental laboratories equipped with advanced technology play a key role in the production of restorations. These labs use CAD/CAM systems, high-precision manufacturing devices, and biocompatible materials.
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Wow !!! I’ve literally just had my new smile, I’m over the moon! Had a lot of work done to get the smile I’ve wanted for years but the whole team at Dentalays have been amazing! Can’t thank them enough. Every visit I was made to feel relaxed, informed of everything that was going to take place (most of which through a brilliant translator, who was with my every step of the way) I’d highly recommend Dentalays if you’re thinking about cosmetic treatments.
Dentalays Clinic is like home!!! Not only are our smiles beautiful and important to the entire staff! But who we are and what kind of people we are! I felt at home! Very warm atmosphere! In such a short time I got to know each of them very well! We are not just clients there, but they give everyone a lot of warmth and care! They want to get to know us. Which for me is very beautiful! Being there you will not lack anything! No matter how difficult the procedure you are going through, you receive a lot of support and care! Another thing that is important to me is that each of them does it with passion. The entire procedure must be done perfectly, every imperfection is corrected! We do not feel like a piggy bank! Because for them money is really secondary! The most important thing for the clinic is our well-being and health and satisfaction with the procedure performed! Nothing is done in a hurry and without discussing it with you or the Doctor! I loved these people and I know that I will go back there to spend some time with them! They are my second home and I know that I can always count on them! There are few people with such a good heart these days!
DENTALAYS I love you! Thank you for everything and I miss you already! Now I know that with a smile like the one you gave me I will find my HUSBAND 😂
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