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When. You have an under bite in order to bring your jaw to a normal pace u put on head gear
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Do you have to wear headgear if you have braces?
New techniques mean headgear does not have to be worn by anyone. While some orthodontists still use headgear it is hard to imagine trying to get anyone to do this when other options now exist.
Why do people wear headgear?
Headgear is worn either for protection or for fashion, sometimes both.
What is a crossbow for braces?
The crossbow appliance is specifically designed to help move your teeth to the recommended positions. In some cases, this may help reduce the need for you to wear headgear or have extractions of permanent teeth. It works around the clock, using continuous gentle forces.
What is orthodontic headgear?
I have it. It depends what the situation is with your teeth but i had headgear with a mouthpice neck piece and a head piece. There is a metal ring that fits into your back teeth you slip that in. then there is a neck piece you must connect that to the metal ring. this almost pulls your teeth. then i had to get a head piece, my orthodontist said most people just get the neck and mouth but i had to have the head piece too. you just slip it on and put it on your head it pulls your teeth upwards The first few days hurt quite a bit but a few days later the pain eases
How much time braces need to be worn?
It depends on the individual. If there are jaw alignment problems that may need headgear, you are looking at several years. If it is just straightening teeth straight up, somewhere between six months and a year.
Do people with braces need headgear?
Sometimes. It's for growing patients only with overbites and helps hold back the growth of the lower jaw.
What type of people would need dentures?
people who are missing teeth
How does headgear help?
It is often used when teeth are removed. The molars behind the gap want to move forward, so the head gear holds them back, to allow, instead, the front teeth to move back. :)
It's interesting that braces can make your teeth even and looks nice Anyway. Just want to ask' how do braces do it make your teeth even?
Your teeth move when the arch wire puts pressure on the brackets and teeth. Sometimes, springs or rubber bands are used exert more force in a specific direction. Braces exert constant pressure, which over time, move teeth into their proper positions. Occasionally adults may need to wear headgear to keep certain teeth from moving.
Where do people need dentists the most?
so there teeth can be healthy
French legion headgear?
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What does a headgear of a mine do?
the headgear of a mine operates the mine cage
