Abstract

Long-term stability of orthodontic treatment outcome is attained through retention. Fabrication and bonding of the lingually bonded retainer on the lingual tooth surface are a technique-sensitive and time-consuming procedure. Stabilizing the lingual retainer wire on the tooth surface throughout the bonding procedure is a challenging task for the operator. This article introduces a new simplified technique of stabilizing the lingual retainer wire before bonding.

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