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Q: Why do you need rubber bands on your braces?
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Should you get rubber bands on your braces?

Your orthodontist will usually tell you if you need rubber bands or not.


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


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.


What are the two types of rubber bands for braces?

Two types of rubber bands that are available for braces are single elastic ligatures and connected elastic ligatures. Both ligatures are available in a variety of colours and would need to be changed at every appointment as they lose strength over time.


Why do you have to wear rubber bands if you have braces?

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 ;)


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 are teeth spacers?

They're rubber bands that separate you teeth so you'll have more room when you get braces on. You will usually have them on for a week then you get braces. If you have any questions about it, call your orthadontist for all the info you need about spacers or your braces.


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.