Orthodontic Retreatment
At Ceramic Dental Clinic, we will give you a bright, healthy smile through responsible care.
What Is Orthodontic Retreatment?
Retreatment is when someone who had orthodontic treatment before needs it again because the teeth have shifted. It can happen due to not wearing retainers consistently, gum or tooth disease, or remaining growth of the jaws and face after orthodontic treatment in adolescence.
When Retreatment Is Needed
When you are not satisfied with
the results of previous orthodontic treatment
When the teeth have returned to
their pre-treatment position after treatment ended
When the teeth have become imbalanced due to gum inflammation
or aging of the teeth and gum bone
dedicated care in which we always do our best,
we will help you achieve a bright, healthy smile.
Retreatment is often more difficult than first-time orthodontic treatment. Drawing on orthodontic expertise built in Nonhyeon-dong since 2005, Ceramic Dental Clinic addresses retreatment concerns and helps you regain a bright, healthy smile.
FAQ
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Do I have to go through full orthodontic treatment again?
Not every case needs full treatment again. If only a few front teeth have shifted, partial re-treatment may be enough, and if the bite or flared front teeth are the problem, we plan the whole treatment again. I first listen carefully to what made you feel re-treatment was needed.
Why do results become unsatisfying again?
The most common reason is that the teeth moved again because the retainer was not worn. Other cases include finishing treatment while growth remained, the mouth still looking protruded after non-extraction treatment, or gaps, the midline or the bite becoming uneven.
Does the method depend on the cause?
If only the front teeth have shifted because of a retainer problem, we first consider whether partial orthodontics or clear aligners are possible. If protrusion remains, we replan including extraction or mini-screws, and if the bite is off, we look at the entire upper and lower dentition.
What else do you check in a second treatment?
For teeth that have already been treated once, we first check the root length and the condition of the gums. If the roots have become shorter or the gums are thin, we adjust how much and how fast the teeth are moved. When needed, our gum and implant doctor (board-certified periodontist) examines the gums as well.
What should I bring?
Bringing before-and-after photos from your previous treatment, X-rays taken before, and the retainer you used will help with planning.
I had orthodontic treatment at another clinic. Can I have re-treatment here?
Yes. Bringing your previous records will also help with planning.
Can just my front teeth be realigned?
If the cause lies only in the front teeth, we consider whether partial re-treatment is possible.
I lost my retainer. What should I do?
It is best to come in and have it checked before the teeth move further.
Side effects and limitations
- Even after a second treatment, the teeth can move again if the retainer is not worn properly.
- Gum recession or dark triangular gaps between the teeth can occur.
Treatment results and side effects may vary from person to person.