What is essix plastic made of?
What is essix plastic made of?
Essix is a brand name for the plastic composite retainer material. These retainers are made from a clear sheet of polypropylene. The sheet is then vacuum or thermoformed over a dental model of your teeth. This is the same kind of retainer that the Invisalign system uses.
What type of plastic are retainers made from?
polypropylene
Clear retainers are made of high-quality transparent plastic. If you want to get technical, they are made out of polypropylene or polyvinylchloride (PVC) material.
How thick is essix material?
1mm thick. Clear material. Easy to remove and clean.
What is an essix dental appliance?
An Essix Appliance is a clear plastic shell that conforms exactly to the contours of the teeth to aid in the maintenance of tooth position (retention). The Essix material does not typically cover the palatal tissues.
How are essix retainers made?
An Essix retainer is made of transparent, plastic-like material. Essix retainers are heated in a machine to soften the plastic and then are vacuum suctioned to the impressions of your teeth. The Essix material is then trimmed and the edges are smoothed to make the fit more comfortable.
Can I eat with my plastic retainer?
NEVER eat anything while wearing your retainers. It’s OK to drink water while wearing the retainers, but remove them if you drink other beverages. If you forget to wear your retainer, wear the retainer full-time for few days to re-align your teeth. Your teeth may be sore while they re-align.
How long do essix retainers last?
Essix retainers can last from six months to a few years. Hawley retainers will typically last longer, maybe five to ten years. Invisalign also makes a line of retainers called Vivera which are similar to the Essix but are more customized to each patient’s individual bite.
Can I eat with my essix retainer?
DO NOT EAT OR DRINK ANYTHING (except plain water) while wearing the Essix retainers. Any liquid with sugar (or even acid, like diet soft drinks) will pool around the teeth and can cause decay or white (decalcification) spots on the teeth!
Can you eat with an essix bridge?
How long do essix retainer last?
How do you clean an essix retainer with a fake tooth?
How should I clean and care for my essix retainer?
- Brush and floss your teeth before insertion every day.
- Upon removal, the retainer may be cleaned with COLD water only (to prevent the plastic from warping) and liquid soap or toothpaste.
- With your soft toothbrush clean the inside of your retainer.
Is a flipper a denture?
A flipper tooth is a temporary partial denture you can get through your dentist. It’s made by first taking an impression of your mouth with a soft material.
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