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A retainer is a dental appliance used to help maintain tooth positions after orthodontic movement. It can be removable (worn in and out) or fixed (bonded to teeth). retainer appliances are most commonly used after braces or clear aligner treatment. Some retainers are made of plastic or acrylic, while fixed retainers use a wire bonded with dental resin.