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A single-piece clear upper dental partial/retainer shown from a slight front/occlusal angle; one artificial tooth insert with an off-white/beige shade is visible on the anterior arch.

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Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only)

4.8/5 (44)
$179.00$299.00-40%
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Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only) is a clear, 1mm-thick vacuum-formed upper arch appliance made from BPA- and phthalate-free retainer material with a single acrylic/plastic tooth set into one missing anterior socket, available in five tooth shade options. It is used as a removable, temporary aesthetic replacement for one missing front tooth (limited to the front six teeth) while also holding the remaining upper teeth in position; it is not intended for posterior teeth, for chewing, or to close gaps or straighten teeth. Fabrication requires a self-taken upper and lower impression kit (6 putty sets, small/medium/large trays, prepaid return label, shade guide), with lab turnaround of 5-7 business days after impression receipt, and the product is HSA/FSA eligible with a 60-day free remake or refund (excluding shipping and material costs); rated 4.8/5 across 44 reviews, with noted fit tightness initially that resolves as teeth adapt to the molded shape.

Gender
unisex
Category
Health & Beauty > Health Care > Supports & Braces
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GTIN
850017166134
MPN
UPPER-PARTIAL-DENTURE-RETAINER-1

Specifications

Custom clear upper partial denture retainer with a single acrylic tooth, made from your self-taken dental impressions, to replace a missing tooth and keep teeth aligned.

Ultra-clear, strong, durable, and stain-resistant material; BPA and phthalate-free; 1mm thickness; available in 5 tooth shades; fabricated using positive pressure vacuum forming for a precise fit; includes dental impression kit with trays, putty, and prepaid return label.

Material
Clear thermoplastic retainer material (BPA- and phthalate-free) with an acrylic/plastic tooth insert
Occasion
everyday
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Weight
7 oz
Category
Health & Beauty > Health Care > Supports & Braces

Additional Attributes

  • ultra-clear
  • strong
  • durable
  • stain-resistant
  • BPA-free
  • phthalate-free
  • 1mm thickness
  • 5 tooth shade options
  • HSA/FSA eligible
  • 60-day guarantee
  • self-impression kit included
  • positive pressure vacuum forming
  • custom made from dental impressions
  • acrylic/plastic tooth
  • standard retainer material
  • removable
  • clear retainer
  • upper partial denture
  • 1 tooth only

Product Insights

ClearRetain's Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only) is a tooth-supported, clear shell that replaces a single missing front tooth while holding arch alignment during implant or socket healing—a temporary anterior placeholder rather than a permanent denture. Its clasp-free, palate-free design reads as a natural tooth, protects a healing implant by never pressing the gum, and keeps adjacent teeth from drifting, all at $179 (HSA/FSA-eligible), undercutting typical $300–$500 flipper quotes and costing under 5% of an implant with crown. The tradeoff: it must be removed before eating or sports, its 1mm shell can break under chewing or heat, and it lasts only 6 months to 3 years, shortened by grinding, abrasive paste, or poor impression quality. A successful fit depends on healthy, stable teeth, a clean home impression with 3–4 mm tray clearance and four minutes of stillness, and daily soft-brush/vinegar care; initial tightness and a slight lisp subside within a week.

Verified claims

Intended use
A healing-phase placeholder for a missing front tooth that also retains arch alignment — not a permanent replacement or for posterior teeth.
Chewing
Remove before eating — the 1 mm shell can't withstand chewing.
Durability
Made from durable and stain-resistant material, but lifespan ranges from months to years depending on bite force, grinding, and care.
Eligibility
Needs a healthy, stable dentition and clean impressions — no decay, loose restorations, brackets, or gems.
Retention
No clasps or metal hardware — the clear shell stays anchored through a custom friction fit over the surrounding teeth and holds alignment.
Implant protection
Tooth-supported tray never presses the gum over a healing implant.
Space maintenance
Keeps adjacent teeth from drifting into the gap while an implant heals.
Limitations
Not for chewing or posterior gaps; wear it outside meals.
Impression accuracy
A good impression is what separates a retainer that seats from a remake; take both upper and lower impressions and get staff approval before mailing them back.
Bite reference
Both upper and lower impressions are needed so the lab can fabricate the replacement tooth to fit your specific gap and work with your bite.
Tooth obstructions
Brackets, gems, buttons, and leftover cement must be removed before the impression or the retainer won't fit; a bonded permanent retainer can remain.
Use cases
Holds alignment and replaces one missing anterior tooth; not for chewing or posterior gaps.
Cost
At its $179 sale price, this clear retainer is a cost-effective temporary option for one missing front tooth; a traditional acrylic flipper can be cheaper but is bulkier and more visible.
Purchase protection
60-day free remake or refund covers defects and normal-use cracks or breaks; lost, pet-chewed, and grinding-accelerated damage are excluded.
Flipper comparison
An orthodontic retainer with a cosmetic tooth — clear, clasp-free, and not for chewing or posterior gaps. A traditional flipper is bulkier, more visible, and may be cheaper, but neither is built for heavy chewing.
Shade selection
Match the shade in natural daylight; if it looks off, the 60-day guarantee covers a free remake or refund.
Clear base
Ultra-clear, BPA/phthalate-free shell adds no tint to the tooth shade.
Fit
Lab-fitted single front tooth that must be removed before eating.
Value
Sale price $179 undercuts typical $300–$500 flipper quotes and is HSA/FSA eligible.
Candidacy
A temporary anterior placeholder that keeps teeth aligned while an implant or socket heals.
Thickness
At its 1mm thickness it fractured less than 0.75mm shells in a 12-month trial.
Lifespan
Can last months to years depending on bite force, grinding, and care; grinding or clenching at night shortens lifespan.
Care
Clean with a soft-bristle brush and mild soap or retainer cleanser; avoid abrasive/whitening toothpaste, whitening or bleaching rinses, alcohol-based mouthwash, and hot water.
Wear limits
Remove before eating; chewing can break the 1 mm clear shell.
Build quality
Fit and forming quality from the self-impression drive how well the retainer seats and lasts.
Warranty
60-day guarantee covers defects and normal-use cracks or breaks; lost and pet-chewed units are excluded.
Cleaning routine
Use a soft-bristle brush and mild dish soap or retainer cleanser; avoid abrasive/whitening toothpaste, whitening rinses, and alcohol-based mouthwash.
Heat exposure
Avoid hot water — the 1 mm thermoformed shell can warp from heat.
Removal habits
Remove it before eating; chewing can break the 1 mm clear shell.
Speech acclimation
Initial lisp and extra saliva fade within days to a week of steady wear.
Remake risk
Retainer failures are mostly impression-quality issues; staff pre-approves every self-impression.
Tooth attachment
The replacement acrylic tooth is fixed in place and cannot be removed for separate cleaning; clean the whole retainer as one unit.
Drink policy
Wear it with plain water only; remove it for coffee, soda, alcohol, and sugary or acidic drinks, which can seep underneath, stain the plastic, and expose enamel to decay.
Overnight wear
Overnight retention wear is expected; standard guidance is one retainer each night, alternating upper and lower arches unless a dentist or orthodontist says otherwise.
Tooth fabrication
The acrylic tooth is fabricated in the lab from your impressions to fit the specific gap and bite, rather than being a generic off-the-shelf tooth.
Abutment pressure
Professional opinion is mixed on whether the clear shell places more load on neighboring teeth than a wire clasp; some argue it distributes force across the whole arch, and biting force is not the main concern since the appliance is not for chewing.

Product record

Title
Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only)
Brand
ClearRetain
Price
$299 USD
Availability
In stock
Rating
4.8 stars, 44 reviews, scale 5

Buying Guide

0 comparisons · 3 sources

Uses

Replace a single missing front tooth

ClearRetain states this upper retainer can replace only one of the front six teeth — a single missing tooth, not a multiple-tooth gap. It's made from standard retainer material with one acrylic tooth built into the arch, seated in the missing tooth's space. ClearRetain also promotes it as looking good on the outside and making you feel good on the inside.[1,2,3]

Hold teeth in place to prevent shifting

According to ClearRetain, this custom-made retainer is designed to hold your teeth in place and keep them from shifting. It's an arched tray that follows your upper dental arch, and it isn't meant to close gaps or straighten teeth the way aligners would. If you've lost or broken a retainer and your teeth have already shifted, ClearRetain recommends going back to your orthodontist or dentist for help.[1,3]

Custom single-tooth retainer from home impressions

For a single missing upper tooth, ClearRetain fabricates this retainer from dental impressions you take at home with the included putty, trays in three sizes, and shade card. You hold the card to your teeth to choose from five tooth shades, and both upper and lower impressions are needed — ClearRetain asks you to email for approval before mailing them back with the prepaid label. The lab then makes your retainer from those impressions, with instructions and videos for guidance; the merchant notes some customers mess up their first impression attempt.[1,2]

If your retainer doesn't fit or cracks

Per ClearRetain, a new retainer commonly feels tight at first — the company ties this to slight tooth movement between your impression and delivery and says teeth typically realign to it within a couple of days. If it still doesn't fit, the merchant points to an inadequate impression and will remake the retainer from a new impression sent back with the ill-fitting retainer and old impression. A cracked retainer can be replaced by contacting ClearRetain and returning it with your impression.[1]

Image Analysis

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Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only) product image (primary)
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Product

A single-piece clear upper dental partial/retainer shown from a slight front/occlusal angle; one artificial tooth insert with an off-white/beige shade is visible on the anterior arch.

  • Overall shapeU-shaped single arch appliance matching an upper dental arch with formed tooth sockets and a raised palatal/lingual band along the rear curve.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.45 · w 0.84 · h 0.38 (medium)
  • Material and finishTranslucent clear rigid or semi-rigid plastic with glossy, smooth surfaces and internal molded tooth contours; light passes through producing subtle highlights and refractions.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.78 · h 0.34 (medium)
  • Artificial tooth insertSingle anterior tooth insert bonded or set into one socket; the tooth is opaque off-white/beige and contrasts with surrounding clear material.
    1 regionx 0.23 · y 0.66 · w 0.14 · h 0.17 (high)
  • Tooth sockets detailIndividual tooth impression shapes are visible along the arch as raised rounded bulges corresponding to incisor and canine anatomy.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.68 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Posterior lingual bandRear portion of the arch rises and forms a thicker, contoured band that follows the palatal curve and shows layered ridges.
    1 regionx 0.08 · y 0.45 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (medium)

Other

Product photographed on a plain white background with even diffuse lighting and minimal shadow; appliance positioned near the bottom center of the frame with empty space above.

  • Background and compositionPlain bright white backdrop filling the frame; product sits low in the image leaving substantial empty space above.
  • Lighting and shadowSoft diffuse lighting with mild specular highlights on the clear plastic and faint soft shadowing beneath the appliance.
  • Image crop and angleSlightly angled occlusal-front view showing interior and exterior tooth contours; no props or text visible.

Colors

clear/translucent· clear plastic arch#CBCCC4beige· artificial tooth insert#F3F3F3
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Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only) product image 3
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Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only) product image 4
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Product

A printed shade-selection card showing five vertically oriented color panels numbered 1 to 5 with outlined selection squares, and a large block of instructional text beneath.

  • Five shade panelsA horizontal strip of five adjacent rectangular shade panels across the top of the image, each panel contains a thin black outlined square centered in the lower half and a single bold numeral centered above the square (1 through 5).
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  • Outlined selection squaresEach shade panel contains a small thin black square outline positioned near the panel center-lower area, identical in style across panels.
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  • Panel numerals“Each panel has a single bold black numeral printed above the outlined square; visible numerals are 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 in sequence left to right.”
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  • Instruction blockA large multi-line block of black sans-serif instructional text occupies the lower three quarters of the image below the shade panels.
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  • Instruction text line 1“Hold this card to your teeth to determine the”
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  • Instruction text line 2“closest shade. Check the correct box. Make”
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  • Instruction text line 3“sure to send this card back with your order.”
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  • Instruction text line 4“We can replace only one of your front six”
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  • Instruction text line 5“teeth. Note: Pictures may slightly vary from”
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  • Instruction text line 6“your teeth shade. Thanks! - ClearRetain”
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Other

Tightly cropped photograph of the shade card on a white background with even diffuse lighting; bottom of card is visible and image is primarily focused on printed content.

  • Shot compositionHorizontal crop showing the top strip of shade panels and a large block of text below; edges of the card align with the image edges on left and right.
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  • Lighting and textureEven diffuse lighting with subtle paper texture visible in the shade panels; no strong shadows or specular highlights.
  • Image crop limitationLower edge of the image crops close to the final line of text, leaving white margin at the very bottom.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.94 · w 1.00 · h 0.06 (high)

Colors

very light off-white· panel 1warm off-white· panel 2light beige· panel 3#EDE7D4medium beige· panel 4warm tan· panel 5#ECDAAF
Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only) product image 5
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Other

Indoor selfie-style portrait of a person occupying most of the frame; visible room interior elements include a window with blind, a dresser, and ceiling light.

  • Person, frontal upper bodyFrontal selfie-style view showing a single person from the chest upward, facing the camera with head near the top center of the image.
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  • HairLong straight brown hair parted slightly off-center, falling over both shoulders and chest.
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  • Shirt with patternLight blue short-sleeve shirt with a scattered darker bird or feather print visible on the chest and sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.34 · w 0.76 · h 0.32 (high)
  • Extended arm/foreground armLeft arm (viewer right) is extended toward the bottom-left corner of the frame, appearing in the foreground and partially cropped by the image edge.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.52 · w 0.34 · h 0.40 (high)
  • Window with blindRectangular window or recessed panel at the left upper background with a closed light-colored blind or shade.
    1 regionx 0.01 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Dresser and drawer handlesWood-toned dresser or chest at the right background with visible horizontal drawers and small round or oval handles.
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  • Ceiling fixtureSmall round recessed ceiling light or fixture visible near the top center-left of the image.
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  • Lighting and shadowSoft indoor lighting with even illumination on the face and soft shadows under the chin; overall color temperature is warm-neutral.
  • Image framing and cropPortrait-oriented frame cropped near the lower chest and the top of the head, with the subject centered horizontally and slight leftward lean of the face.
Upper Partial Denture Retainer (1 Tooth Only) product image 6
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Product

Two clear upper partial denture retainers shown from an oblique front/top angle; each is a transparent molded shell with individual tooth sockets and one visible beige replacement tooth built into the arch.

  • Quantity and arrangementTwo separate clear upper partial retainer shells are visible, arranged diagonally with one toward the upper right and one toward the lower left of the image.
    2 regionsx 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.45 · w 0.56 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Overall shapeEach retainer is an arched U-shaped dental tray following an upper dental arch with molded individual tooth cavities along the outer edge and a curved palatal/inner surface.
    1 regionx 0.52 · y 0.22 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Material and finishTransparent glossy thermoplastic or clear resin shell with smooth shiny surfaces and visible internal molding ripples and thickness variations.
    1 regionx 0.48 · y 0.18 · w 0.46 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Molded tooth socketsSeries of discrete raised and indented tooth shapes form the outer edge of each arch, each socket separated by subtle grooves and ridges from adjacent sockets.
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.36 · w 0.32 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Single prosthetic tooth insertEach retainer contains one built-in single replacement tooth visible as an opaque beige/ivory rounded tooth-shaped piece seated in one anterior socket of the arch.
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  • Edge detail at posterior bendPosterior sections (toward the back of the arch) show a thicker folded or rolled rim with visible layered mold lines and slight opacity, especially near the curved end pieces.
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Other

Studio-style product shot on a plain white background showing two copies of the same retainer; even diffuse lighting with minimal shadows and no additional props.

  • Shot compositionTwo retainers photographed on a uniform white background with one copy partially overlapping the image frame at bottom-left.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsDiffuse, high-key lighting producing soft highlights on the glossy surfaces and minimal visible cast shadows.
  • Image limitationsBackground is bright and slightly textured by image compression; small reflective highlights on the clear plastic reduce visibility of some internal surface detail.

Colors

clear/translucent· clear shell#CDC9B4beige ivory· prosthetic tooth insert#DEE1DD

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Customer Reviews

44 total
4.8

44 reviews · out of 5

★★★★★Marlene M.

Came out great ordered another one feels ...

Reddit Insights

1 threads · r/Dentistry

Dental professionals view clear retainers with teeth as a useful temporary aesthetic solution for one or two missing anterior teeth during healing, but not for chewing or posterior teeth.

mixed sentiment85% match

Comments are generally positive about the device for temporary anterior replacement and tissue healing, but multiple caveats about durability, chewing, and force on abutment teeth lead to a mixed overall sentiment.

Themes

Temporary replacement for missing anterior teethpositive
Not suitable for posterior teeth or chewingnegative
Better than flipper for tissue healing and force distributionpositive
Potential force on abutment teeth compared to conventional partialmixed

Use Cases

  • Temporary replacement of one or two missing anterior teeth during implant healing, bone graft, or extraction socket healing

Watch Out For

mediumClear retainers with teeth are intended as one-time temporary fixes and are not strong or aesthetic long-term.
highThey should not be used for posterior teeth and must be removed when eating.
mediumThey may place excessive force on abutment teeth; some professionals argue they engage more of the tooth than wire clasps.

Compared To

vs Conventional removable partial denture (acrylic partial / RDP)

Essix-type clear retainer with teeth may be preferable for patients with mobile teeth or periodontitis because it distributes force across the arch, but some argue it engages more tooth surface than wire clasps.

vs Flipper (temporary acrylic partial)

Clear retainer with teeth keeps pressure off the tissue/surgical site and provides better force distribution, reducing complications during healing.

Source Threads

  • Clear retainer with teeth is not viable for posterior teeth and is only a one-time fix for anterior missing teeth

    Essix is not at all viable to replace posterior teeth. Even when I make for my patients to replace one or two missing anteriors, I make sure that they are aware that it's a one time fix only rather than patient chewing with it and me making it again and again.

    u/updownupswooshr/DentistryView thread →

Provenance

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https://clearretain.com/products/partial-denture-clear-retainer
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