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What Are Elastics? Quite simply, elastics are special "rubber bands." They are used along with your braces to help produce a gradual movement of your teeth. Are They Important? Yes! Elastics are designed to help insure proper movement and alignment of your teeth. That's why it's important to wear your elastics 24 hours a day, everyday (unless instructed otherwise). May I take Them Off? It's best to keep elastics on all of the time. Remove them only to brush your teeth, to change your elastics, or, if absolutely necessary, to eat a meal. They should be in place when you eat a snack, play, and sleep. We cannot stress enough the importance of wearing your elastics faithfully. If you wear them one day and leave them off the next, your teeth can set up a resistance that slows or stops your progress. Even though you may feel some discomfort at first, if you wear the elastics as directed, that feeling will go away in a few days. Cooperation Equals Results. Proper wearing of your elastics will help us give you the best possible treatment in the shortest amount of time. Just Let Us Know! Good communication is the key to successful treatment. Therefore, it's very important that you fully understand how your elastics should be worn. If you have any questions, or if you find that your supply of elastics is running low, just give us a call. |
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