Stabilising Springs for Fixed Lingual Retainer

Abstract

Most treated malocclusion needs fixed lingual retention. To stabilise fixed lingual retainer in the exact location needs proper stabilisation. Proper stabilization requires a holding spring. This Stabilising Spring should be easy to fabricate and help the clinician to stabilise the retainer quickly and save the chair side time. More over it should not irritate the mucosa and should be easy to insert and remove.

Retainer Clip - Stabilizer for Lingual Retainer

“…It will not dislodge unlike stabilizing spring which can pop out if not constructed properly. [2] It does not require any laboratory procedure and is not time-consuming. [3] It does not require any other material to stabilize the retainer which will be difficult to remove.…”