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they attatch to the top tooth, which is nearly always the fang, and the bottom tooth and slowly pull the top or bottom teeth closer together making them straighter. i have had this done and it only took about 6 months to pull the fangs into place, i wear them in bed and take them off in the morning, they make my teeth really tender and sore sometimes though!

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Q: How do orthodontic rubber bands work?
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