Most patients with primary coccidioidomycosis are asymptomatic, but nonspecific respiratory symptoms resembling those of influenza, acute bronchitis, or, less often, acute pneumonia or pleural effusion sometimes occur.
By using retainers to hold the teeth in their new position for a length of time, the surrounding periodontal fibres are allowed to adapt to changes in the bone which can help minimize any changes to the final tooth position after the completion of orthodontic treatment.
How Do Permanent Retainers Work and How Long Will You Wear One? It's always an exciting time when our patients finally get their braces removed! However, once your braces come off, a retainer must be worn routinely in order to hold your teeth in place while your gums, ligaments and bones adapt to their new positions.