At Nova Dental Care in Mundelein, IL, we believe your smile deserves to last a lifetime — and retainers play a key role in keeping it that way.
Whether you’ve completed orthodontic treatment with Invisalign®, Spark™, or traditional braces, a custom retainer helps maintain your straight smile by preventing teeth from shifting back to their original positions.
Our retainers are designed for durability, comfort, and clarity — so you can protect your investment and enjoy your confident, aligned smile for years to come.
A retainer is a custom-made oral appliance that keeps your teeth in their proper alignment after orthodontic treatment. Teeth naturally have a tendency to move over time — retainers gently hold them in place while your gums and bone stabilize around their new positions.
At Nova Dental Care, we offer both removable and fixed retainers, customized to your needs and lifestyle.
We provide several types of retainers depending on your treatment plan and preferences:
1. Clear Removable Retainers
Made from thin, transparent material, these retainers look similar to clear aligners and are virtually invisible. They’re comfortable, easy to clean, and ideal for patients who want a discreet option.
2. Hawley Retainers
Crafted from acrylic and wire, these durable retainers allow for minor adjustments over time and are long-lasting with proper care.
3. Fixed (Bonded) Retainers
These are thin wires permanently attached behind the front teeth to keep them from shifting. They’re especially helpful for patients with a history of spacing or crowding in the lower teeth.
Your dentist will help you choose the best type of retainer based on your treatment and daily routine.
We use advanced 3D digital scanning technology to design your retainer with precision and comfort in mind — no messy impressions or long wait times.
1. Digital Impressions
We begin by scanning your teeth to capture every detail of your smile. This ensures an exact fit and helps us fabricate your retainer quickly and accurately.
2. 3D Fabrication
Using your scan, we create your custom retainer in our partner lab or in-office using high-quality, medical-grade materials. Most patients receive their new retainer within a few days.
Once ready, we’ll ensure your retainer fits perfectly and review how to wear and care for it.
At first, your retainer should be worn full-time (day and night), except when eating or brushing your teeth. After several months, your dentist may recommend wearing it only at night to maintain your results.
After orthodontic treatment, your teeth and supporting tissues are still adjusting.
Without a retainer, natural shifting can occur, gradually undoing your progress and causing new alignment problems.
A custom retainer keeps your teeth stable, supports proper bite alignment, and prevents the need for future orthodontic correction.
If you’ve completed orthodontic treatment or noticed your teeth starting to shift, it’s time to protect your results with a custom retainer.
Schedule your consultation today at Nova Dental Care in Mundelein, IL — our team will create a comfortable, precise retainer to keep your smile beautifully aligned for years to come.
Our philosophy for dentistry is simple and straightforward. We aim to provide care that is in your best interest. This means we are transparent and non judgemental, kind and empathetic. We have multiple specialists in house as we feel that this is the best way to provide comprehensive care to our patients.
Dr. Omari
Founder, General Dentist
