A Hawley retainer offers passive orthodontics while Invisalign is a removable active appliance

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These are removable orthodontic appliances teeth braces for the lower jaw.

PASSIVE: Typically worn at night after fixed braces are removed. This will hold teeth in their current position. This may also be called a Hawley retainer or just a retainer.

ACTIVE: Worn 24 hours/7 days a week except when eating or at important events. This will physically move teeth into position in about 6 months. This is also known as a Removable Active Appliance. Invisalign is a removable active appliance.

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These are removable orthodontic appliances teeth braces for the upper jaw.

PASSIVE: Typically worn at night after fixed braces are removed. This will hold teeth in their current position. This may also be called a Hawley retainer or just a retainer.

ACTIVE: Worn 24 hours/7 days a week except when eating or at important events. This will physically move teeth into position in about 6 months. This is also known as a Removable Active Appliance. Invisalign is a removable active appliance.

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The lateral incisor #7 has slightly rotated several years after the completion of fixed orthodontics. Treatment alternatives include: adjusting and wearing the current teeth retainer more, fixed retention is not recommended due to her deep bite, or fabricating a spring aligner to rotate the tooth back into position.