One of the main concerns of people who have undergone orthodontic treatment is the possibility of their teeth returning to their original state... After years of using brackets and during the correction process, many people are worried about whether their teeth will fall apart again or not.... In this article from **Doctor's website... Is orthodontics back?.. The return of teeth after orthodontics is a normal thing and it may happen to some patients.... according to Dr. Najmeh. Terdranjad, a dentist specializing in **orthodontics in Mashhad**, this problem mostly occurs due to the natural properties of the teeth and the tissues around them.... After removing the brackets, the teeth are still in an unstable state of movement... affected by the forces that cause unwanted changes in the position of the teeth... the reasons for the return of teeth after orthodontics Return of ### teeth after orthodontics due to not using a retainer After completing the treatment, the doctor usually recommends the use of a retainer... Failure to comply with these conditions will cause the teeth to return to their previous state... ### Natural changes in the jaw and gums after the end of the orthodontic period Over time, physiological changes occur in the jaw bones and tissues around the teeth, which can affect the position of the teeth. Some habits such as teeth grinding, finger sucking, and pressing the tongue on the teeth may cause them to move and cause orthodontics behind the teeth. To prevent orthodontic recurrence, you must observe the following: ### Regular use of retainer There are two types of retainers: fixed and removable... their correct and regular use has a significant effect on maintaining the treatment results... the doctor will prescribe the right type for you according to the condition of your teeth and it is recommended to use them for a certain period of time... the health of the gums and teeth plays an important role in preventing unwanted changes... ### Avoiding bad mouth habits Some bad habits, such as teeth grinding and finger sucking, put a lot of pressure on the teeth.. ### Jaw growth control and skeletal changes In people who are at a growing age, the growth of the jawbones may have a great impact on the results of orthodontics. The return of teeth after orthodontics is a real possibility.. but this problem can be avoided by following key points.... Regular use of retainers, maintaining oral and dental hygiene, avoiding bad habits and visiting the dentist regularly are among the things that help to stabilize the treatment results.... Finally, the patient's cooperation with the dentist's recommendations will have a great effect on maintaining a beautiful and regular smile....