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Yes. The rubber bands are what helps correct the cross bite.
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∙ 8y agoYes. If you just put elastic bands over your teeth they slip down and get underneath your gums and cause infection and maybe even tooth loss.
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Why do you wear elastics on your braces?
to make them go back.
How do elastics on braces work?
Well when you are assigned to wear the elastics there are several reasons. The main reason is that, your orthodontics wants the elastics to force the teeth closer together, you may have gaps that need to be fixed. The elastics make this process fast if you remember to wear them. Also remember that their are different types of elastics, everyone is different and may need different kinds for different problems. Don't forget to wear them!
How do you hide braces?
You can get invisible braces or white elastics might work. But other than invisible braces you CAN'T hide braces.
I started using my brothers elastics on my braces because I ran out but his are stronger My jaw is hurting is this bad?
The orthodontist assigns specific types of elastics to each patient depending on the braces and the patients needs. It's not recommended to use elastics that aren't specifically assigned for you. You should visit the orthodontist for more elastics instead of using your brothers.
How often do the colours get changed on braces?
You can get the colored elastics changed each time the orthodontist adjusts them.
Can braces cause you to unable to open your mouth?
no. but when you get the elastics in your mouth its a bit harder to open your mouth but you will be able to.
If i have a small overbite and wear my elastics all the time how long would it take to fix it?
If you have a small overbite and you wear your elastics, it may take longer because it needs to be exposed.
Does it hurt when you have train track braces?
Train tracks hurt for the first week mainly, and then it's fine until you get elastics!
What color were Harry Styles braces?
Emilys bracesemilys braces do not have coloured elastics on them, they are silver and are the newest brand available on the market.
Wisin wear braces?
wisin did wear braces for a long time but not anymore. Now yandel is the one that wears braces
Does Gwen Stefani wear braces?
She doesn't wear braces now, but she did years ago.
Can a person wear a braces with dentures?
there is no need to wear braces on dentures
