If you just finished braces or Invisalign and want to protect your results, orthodontic retainers in Mount Laurel, NJ from Ellis Orthodontics are the last step in keeping your new smile exactly where it belongs. Every braces and clear aligner patient at our Mount Laurel office receives a custom retainer once active treatment is complete.
A retainer after braces isn’t optional — teeth naturally want to drift back toward their original position once brackets or aligners come off. Wearing your custom retainer as directed is what actually locks in the work you and your orthodontist put in together.
We also see patients searching for “custom retainers near me” who didn’t start treatment with us but need a retainer replacement or retainer repair — whether a retainer was lost, cracked, or simply outgrown. Dr. Len Ellis and Dr. Simona Lekht can evaluate your smile and fit you with a new one at our Church Road office.
Here’s what getting a retainer at Ellis Orthodontics looks like:
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Finish active treatment (or come in for an evaluation)
If you’re completing braces or Invisalign with us, your retainer is part of your treatment plan. New patients needing retainer replacement start with a quick evaluation.
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Get scanned or measured for a custom fit
We use digital impressions to make sure your retainer fits your smile precisely.
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Receive your custom retainer
Depending on your needs, this may be a clear removable retainer or a fixed option — Dr. Ellis or Dr. Lekht will recommend what’s right for you.
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Learn your wear schedule
We’ll walk you through exactly how many hours a day to wear it, especially important in the first months after treatment.
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Check in as needed
If a retainer ever cracks, stops fitting, or goes missing, we’re here for retainer repair or replacement — don’t wait, since teeth can shift quickly without one.
Why Retainers Matter
They protect your investment
After months or years of braces or Invisalign, a retainer is what keeps your teeth from relapsing back toward their original positions.
Clear retainers stay discreet
Our clear retainers are low-profile and comfortable, so protecting your smile doesn’t mean going back to a noticeable appliance.
Replacement is easier than starting over
If you need a retainer replacement, a quick fitting is almost always simpler and less costly than re-treating teeth that have shifted.
Retainer FAQs
How long do I need to wear my retainer after braces or Invisalign?
Most patients wear their retainer full-time for a period right after treatment, then shift to nights only — but your exact schedule depends on your case, and Dr. Ellis or Dr. Lekht will give you specific guidance.
What happens if I stop wearing my retainer?
Teeth can begin shifting back toward their original position without consistent retainer wear, which is why a retainer after braces is considered part of treatment, not an optional extra.
I lost my retainer — what should I do?
Contact our Mount Laurel office as soon as possible for a retainer replacement. The sooner you’re refitted, the less chance your teeth have to shift.
My retainer cracked — can it be repaired?
In some cases retainer repair is possible; in others, a replacement is the better option. Bring it in and we’ll assess it at our office.
Do you make retainers for patients who didn’t get braces or Invisalign here?
Yes — we welcome new patients from Mount Laurel and throughout South Jersey, including those simply looking for retainer repair or replacement.
Are your retainers clear, or do they look like a mouthguard?
We offer clear retainer options that are low-profile and far less noticeable than older-style retainers.
How much does a retainer replacement cost?
Cost depends on the type of retainer and your specific needs, so we’re glad to give you a straightforward quote at a consultation rather than guess without seeing your smile.
Custom Retainers Near Me: Serving South Jersey
Whether you need new clear retainers in Mount Laurel, NJ or fast retainer repair in South Jersey, our office is easy to reach from these nearby towns:
Marlton, NJ
Lost or cracked a retainer in Marlton? Our orthodontist Marlton NJ team can help quickly.
Moorestown, NJ
Moorestown patients can come in for a fit check or replacement. Visit our orthodontist Moorestown NJ page.
Medford, NJ
Medford families trust us to protect their results. See our orthodontist Medford NJ page.
Cherry Hill, NJ
Cherry Hill patients are welcome even if they finished treatment elsewhere. Visit our orthodontist Cherry Hill NJ page.
Dr. Len Ellis and Dr. Simona Lekht personally fit and check every retainer at Ellis Orthodontics, whether you finished treatment here or are new to our Mount Laurel office.
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