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!
You can get invisible braces or white elastics might work. But other than invisible braces you CAN'T hide braces.
to make them go back.
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.
You can get the colored elastics changed each time the orthodontist adjusts them.
no. but when you get the elastics in your mouth its a bit harder to open your mouth but you will be able to.
Train tracks hurt for the first week mainly, and then it's fine until you get elastics!
Emilys bracesemilys braces do not have coloured elastics on them, they are silver and are the newest brand available on the market.
Elastics work fast depending with the force that is applied on it.
The orthodontist applies braces to your teeth and tightens the wires that join the braces. Tightening is usually done on a monthly basis. Your orthodontist will have a game plan in place for how the teeth will be moved, either by wire tightening, or by the use of headgear and/or elastics.
Dental braces treatment is a popular orthodontic treatment that involves the use of braces to straighten and align teeth, correct bite issues, and improve overall dental health and aesthetics. Braces are made of brackets, wires, and elastics, and are attached to the teeth to exert gentle pressure, gradually moving them into the desired position.
You should only take them out when you eat, then put them back in. If you play and instrument or something like that, then you could take them out for that. That's what I had to do.
Fixed elastic rubber bands during your braces treatment are used to correct the placement of your jaw by bringing it either forward or backwards to make your teeth line up properly.