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It has the same function as braces, but is only a wire. Like a retainer.
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Does putting the wire on braces hurt?
no it doesnt
What is the braces emoticon?
a braces emotion is a smiley face that shows its braces in its mouth (wire criss cross metal squares on your teeth)
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 do the brackets on braces do?
They are metal circles that they cement on your four back teeth, they help keep the wire on your teeth.
Why do teeth move when you have braces?
Orthodontists will want certain teeth extracted (usually premolars) to make more room in your mouth so they can align your teeth properly. Your mouth and jaw may be too small for all your teeth.
What are braces like truthfully don't exaggerate and what is the most painful part?
Braces are uncomfortable at first and quiet painful when they tighten them and but the wire on. but once you are used to them you will forget you have them
Where are the rubber bands located on braces?
THeir located on the brackets with the little wire dealy connected to it
Do braces change the shape of your teeth a lot within 2 weeks?
Yes, since during the beginning of braces there is s much to do, the wire will move the teeth quite a bit the first few weeks because the wire wants to be straight.
How can those wearing braces floss their teeth?
Special floss threaders are available to make flossing easier. Also if you have the glue on braces (unlike the wrap around, you just glue the brace on) the wire connecting the braces are in the way of flossing. So you have to use your floss and thread it into the wire and floss. (it's hard to floss the back ones) :(
What tools do you need to remove dental braces?
I used a pair of wire cutters to remove mine.
'How do braces straiten your teeth'?
The wire connected to the brackets shift your teeth into the shape of the wire. Thats why it hurts after the othodontist fixes them every 2 months
Does it hurt when you change the color of your braces?
No, it just feels tight when they put a new wire to seal it all in.
