REMOVAL OF APPLIANCES (PHASE I).

Congratulations! Today is the day that your child gets their braces off! They will now be entering in to an important phase of their treatment- The Retention Phase of Phase I Treatment. Completion of orthodontic treatment does not guarantee perfectly straight teeth for the rest of their life. As they continue to lose baby teeth & their adult teeth continue to erupt it is possible patient may need Phase II treatment in order to achieve straight teeth & address any future concerns you or Dr. McMurphy may have in regards to the position of your child’s teeth or bite. Phase I Retainers are required to help maintain the position of your child’s front teeth and hold the bite correction that we have achieved. Dr. McMurphy will monitor your child’s growth and development at appropriate intervals to determine the best time to start Phase II.

Instructions and responsibilities.

I understand the I have the following responsibilities:

1. Return to the office within 1 week to pick up retainers
2. Wear my removable retainer every night. Dr. McMurphy will then see you every 6 months checking both your retainer and the progress of all your adult teeth erupting. When you’re ready evaluation will be done for Phase II treatment.
3. Maintain my scheduled retention appointments with Dr. McMurphy.
4. Ensure my child brings their removable retainers to their retention appointments.
5. Continue to have my child see their Pediatric/General Dentist for my regular cleaning and check-up appointments.
6. Call the office immediately if my retainer breaks or is not fitting properly. I understand the above information.

I have had the opportunity to ask any questions & I have had those questions adequately answered. I am ready to proceed with the removal of my braces.