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The rubber bands apply pressure on the teeth to help them slowly move to the desired position they should be in. I hated those bands when I was a kid too ;)
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How do you keep your braces rubber bands on?
On your braces brackets there is usually a hook (one on top, one on bottom) which you can put your rubber bands on
Should you get rubber bands on your braces?
Your orthodontist will usually tell you if you need rubber bands or not.
Where do you purchase teeth effect bands?
If you mean rubber bands for braces, I think you can get them from your orthodontist.
Can you get rubber bands for braces at walmart?
i would think so
What are rubberbands in braces for?
The rubber bands in braces are to cover the wire so that it does not scratch up your gums.
Does brushing your teeth make your teeth move faster with braces?
No, but it is important to do if you want to not have a lot of cavities filled when you have your braces taken off.
How much longer do you have to wear braces after you start using rubber bands?
usually the rubber bands are to correct overbites and therefore if the intensity of the bite is medium, it is kept in for just six to twelve months. Also if you wear two on each hook, it speeds up the pace I've been wearing my rubber bands for a month now...and they dont bother me that much. You'll probably have 2 wear them 1, 2, or 3 months....depends on your situation
Can you put rubber bands between your teeth without braces and still help them strate?
You probably can, but the rubber bands will break easily and will have to be replaced a lot.
What color would the rubber bands be if you had to get braces?
I would choose Gold and Coral:)
How much extra money does it cost to put colored rubber bands on your braces?
It depends on the Dentist you go to. Some will let you have colored rubber bands for free.
Do more rubber bands on your braces speed up the changes?
its not clinical and i would ask your doc before doing it but for me double rubber bands worked well.
Where are the rubber bands located on braces?
THeir located on the brackets with the little wire dealy connected to it
