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Retainers & Finishing

Banded Fixed Retainer

A durable fixed-retention option supported by posterior bands.

Banded Fixed Retainer: product photograph coming soon

3D bands available

Printed bands. Same appliance.

Send a scan instead of impressions and the bands are laser sintered to fit from the file, with the rest of the appliance built as usual. No separators, no band-fitting appointment, and the bands seat first time.

Fixed · Scan or impression

Send us a case

Scan or impressions, a bite where the design needs one, and a signed prescription. If anything on the Rx is left open, a technician calls your practice before the case is started.

Download the Rx form or call 866-437-4361.

The Banded Fixed Retainer uses orthodontic bands and a connecting wire framework to maintain the prescribed arch position. This design can provide additional durability and stability in cases where a removable or conventional bonded retainer is not preferred.

Fabricated to the doctor's specified band and wire configuration.

Commonly prescribed for

  • Fixed retention where bonding fails or is contraindicated
  • Holding space or arch form long term

Construction and adjustment

Anchorage
Posterior bands, fitted or laser sintered
Wire
Soldered retaining wire to prescription
Records
Scan or impression, opposing bite

You specify

  • Anchor teeth
  • Wire gauge
  • 3D printed bands

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