For your convenience, routine retainer check appointments can now be done virtually!
If you feel that your removable retainer(s) are fitting well, we welcome you to submit photos and answer a few questions to complete a virtual retainer check. Once your answers and photos are submitted via email (contact@drkeithbwongseattle.com) or text (206-812-4494), Dr. Wong and a Clinical Specialist will view your photos/retainers and provide feedback.
However, if you feel that your retainer is not fitting properly or would prefer to be seen in person for your retainer check visit, please contact the office to schedule an appointment.
Please answer the following questions to submit with your photos:
- How many hours per day are you wearing your retainer(s)?
- Does your retainer ever feel “tight” on your teeth?
- Do you have any questions about your retainer(s)?
To take photos, simply use two spoons from your kitchen drawer as cheek retractors. If possible, have someone help you take these photos while you hold the spoons retractors. You may also use your fingers – just make sure to wash your hands, first!
Please take all photos while wearing your retainers.
Below are examples of the photos required to complete your virtual retainer check, along with brief instructions. Please feel free to reach out to us if you need additional guidance!
With your retainers in, use the spoons or your fingers to move your cheeks/lips. Take a photo from the front while biting down normally on your back teeth.
Doing the same as above, take another photo while keeping your teeth slightly apart, as shown here.
Using a single spoon or your fingers, gently pull your lip/cheek back to show the right and left side of your bite. While biting down normally on your back teeth, take a photo from each side.
Tilt your head upward and open your mouth widely to take a photo of your upper teeth. Try to move your upper lip up and out of the way of your teeth.
Tilt your head downward and open your mouth widely to take a photo of your lower teeth. Be sure to keep your tongue away from your teeth/out of view.
Once your photos are complete, please submit them via email (contact@drkeithbwongseattle.com) or secure text message (206-812-4494).
We will respond within 1-2 days (Monday-Thursday) with guidance on continued retainer wear and will inform you as to if/when Dr. Wong would like to virtually see you again for your next retainer check!
Best,
Dr. Keith Wong and Team