Gap between the upper central incisors keep recurring.

[jane2]

When the orthodontist used tight C-chain, the gap closed. When he used loose C-chain, the gap recurred one day after the visit. Two weeks ago, he did not use the C-chain, now the gap between by two upper central teeth became it's original state 1 and a half years ago (just one week after the last visit). I think he would reapply the C-chain again on my next visit.

This gap between the two upper central teeth appeared less than 4 years ago. I began my ortho treatment 1.5 years ago. I mentioned it to the doc before, he then used C-chain to close the gap. What I am really concerned is that the gap would recur after the brace is off, which is expected to be the end of this year. The doc said retainer would help. Would it really help? Now, only the very tight C-chain can close the gap.

Any input is greatly appreciated.

[Aurelia]

Hi there, I had a large gap between my two front teeth and was terrified of it coming back, when my brace came off my Ortho put a small bonded retainer behind them to stop them going anywhere! I also have a clear retainer that I wear at night to stop the others from moving.

[jane2]

Thank you very much. I will ask my Ortho for the small bonded retainer behind the teeth. I think I'll need it after my brace come off in the future.

[jane2]

Aurilia:

I have one more question. Does the small bonded retainer behind the teeth interfere with your wearing of the clear retainer?

Thanks.

[mtbrncofn]

I have/had the same problem and same solution. It works fabulously. There is no interference between retainers. They should take your molds when your bonded retainer is already on in any case.

Best of luck.

[jane2]

Thank you very much for the sharing of your experience. I'll ask my ortho for the small bonded retainer to be fixed behind my front upper central teeth.