This is a question you can call your orthodontist with and they will be able to explain the exact timeline for getting your braces rubber bands and when the treatment will end.
When you get rubber bands for braces what does that mean.
Though of course we don t recommend that.
Change them out daily these are rubber bands so they do tend to lose their tension and elasticity over time.
But our patients can start using rubber bands for their braces as soon as one month into treatment or as late as 12 months into treatment.
We provide extras don t worry about it if you lose a band or two.
Does everyone have to get them.
Well it depends on the patient.
You wear them while you sleep and you use a new pair everyday.
Lost a rubber band.
Eventually you will be a pro and can do it in your sleep.
Once the correction.
In the beginning stand in front of a mirror to do it.
Sometimes they do recommend waiting before applying the rubber bands.
Fodero will give you plenty of rubber bands for your braces.
To hook the rubber bands securely use both your thumb and your pointer fingers.
In most cases you will get the rubber bands the same day you get the braces.
Here are some tips for adjusting to wearing rubber bands on your braces.
Some patients will have to wear them for a full year or longer.
We advise you put them in a safe easy place for you to get to at all times.
The only time rubber bands are taken out of the mouth is when the patient eats or brushes their teeth.
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