Depending on the amount of crowding or rotation of the upper and lower front teeth, Dr. Komoroski may have prescribed a “bonded” or fixed retainer in order to serve as a full time retainer. The appliance consists of a wire or gold chain that is bonded to the inside surface of the teeth. More @Wikipedia
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