Most patients with primary coccidioidomycosis are asymptomatic, but nonspecific respiratory symptoms resembling those of influenza, acute bronchitis, or, less often, acute pneumonia or pleural effusion sometimes occur.
By using retainers to hold the teeth in their new position for a length of time, the surrounding periodontal fibres are allowed to adapt to changes in the bone which can help minimize any changes to the final tooth position after the completion of orthodontic treatment.
Dr. Cook places permanent retainers on the backside of the lower middle six teeth. Permanent retainers are made of a stainless steel flexible wire that is bonded to each tooth. Dr. Cook puts a permanent retainer on the top teeth if there is a space that needs to stay closed and if the bite allows for one there. There are certain food restrictions associated with permanent retainers placed on the top teeth as biting into some hard foods can damage the retainer.