How much do retainers cost?
Quick answer
How much do dental retainers cost in the UK?
At York House Dental Practice in West Byfleet, a fixed (wire) retainer is £195 per arch, a removable retainer is £199 per arch, and Vivera retainers are £495 for a set of three.
Retainers are usually not available on the NHS for adults, so most are fitted privately. Which type you need depends on your case and what was done to move your teeth.
When do you need a retainer?
After braces or Invisalign, to hold the result; or to hold a single tooth that has moved back. Teeth keep drifting, so a retainer is what stops them moving again. Our retainers after Invisalign guide explains when they are recommended.
Fixed, removable or Vivera?
A fixed retainer is a thin wire bonded behind the front teeth, always in place (£195 per arch). A removable retainer is a clear or acrylic plate you take out (£199 per arch). Vivera retainers are clear aligner-type retainers, supplied as a set of three (£495), and are often used where the case was more complex. Your dentist will suggest the right one.
How long do you have to wear them?
Usually full-time for a period, then most of the night, and night-wearing is the long-term norm for many patients. Skipping the wear schedule is the most common reason teeth drift back. Read fixed vs removable retainers for the trade-offs.
What if a retainer breaks or comes loose?
Fixed wires can chip or come loose, and removable ones lose their clip. Bring it in promptly — we can refit or replace it, and a loose wire should not be left to rub the gum. A quick check-up is where that is caught.
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