Current Orthodontics Appliances?

[ConfusedCadet]

I have a permanent retainer on the back of my front teeth. I've seen that most of the questions regarding about orthodontics is about braces but how about a permanent retainer? Should I check yes in current orthodontics? I know that permanent retainers are permissible but I'm not sure what to check under current orthodontics.

 

[Pima]

Interesting question, but I wouldn't check it as orthodontic. The reason why is you are not an orthodontic patient anymore. You are not going for annual check-ups.

The second reason why is our kids have it too, and one time the bar came loose, the dentist re-cemented the bar, not the orthodontist.

Just my opinion, on how I would answer that question.

 

[BillSL]

Unfortunately I cannot find the DoDMERB standards/guidelines file. But as far as I remember, as long as it is not an ACTIVE treatment (ie. it is not moving anything, but rather just holding in place), it is not considered orthodontics.

But I would call them to be sure.

 

[ConfusedCadet]

Found out that current orthodontics appliances means if it is something that requires you to have an orthodontist to check on it frequently. I haven't seen an orthodontist for three years so it's all good.