Why Do I Need to Wear Rubber Bands (Elastics)?
The purpose of rubber bands (elastics) is usually to correct an overbite or an underbite. They are also used to help move teeth in a way that braces may not be able to do alone.
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Are Braces Worth It?
When a patient undergoes orthodontic treatment, their treatment will take an average of 18-24 months with another 12 months follow up and they will spend around $6,000
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5 Things to Finish Your Orthodontic Treatment on Time
Good oral hygiene. Get your extractions done if you need them. Don’t break your brackets. Don’t miss appointments. Wear your elastics.
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Do I Need Jaw Surgery?
For most people, their bite can be corrected by simply moving just the teeth, but in some cases moving just the teeth may not be enough and movement of the jaws themselves is required to adequately correct the bite. Patients with severe overbites, underbites, or crossbites, or those with skeletal asymmetries may require orthognathic surgery in addition to braces to correct their bite and achieve a desired facial balance.
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When your friend told you that their braces hurt, they were most likely referring to the discomfort they felt after first getting their braces on. I like to describe the initial tooth movement like trying to push your car after it broke down. It’s really hard to get the car rolling in the beginning and teeth are the same way which is why that initial tooth movement hurts.
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