A research group at the University is currently developing a smart retainer that will track wear and grinding on teeth.

Permanent or fixed retainers are made of a metal wire that is glued to your teeth. Usually, this wire is smooth and solid or has a braided texture. It’s attached to your teeth and adjusted to your ...

A permanent retainer is a device that keeps the teeth in the same place after a person has braces. The retainers remain in the mouth long-term and only an orthodontist can remove them. With regular ...

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Teeth retainers are removable dental devices that fit over a person’s upper or lower teeth. They keep someone’s teeth in their correct alignment, often as a follow-up to braces. After teeth ...

Retainer agreements are often used by attorneys to establish a formal relationship with clients. However, retainers can be used in almost any industry and are particularly useful to consultants and ...

If you survived a year or two of adolescence (or perhaps adulthood) with braces, you probably remember the pure joy of finally getting them off. That excitement might have faded, however, after your ...

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Retainer agreements set terms for ongoing service relationships. They ensure availability and reduce uncertainty in service provision. Utilize for projects needing flexibility in duration and scope.