What Do Rubber Bands Do For Braces?

What Do Rubber Bands Do For Braces?

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Orthodontic braces have three primary components: the bracket, the archwire, and rubber bands (also known as elastics). Each component plays an integral role in correcting an existing bite problem or pressuring teeth into a straighter …

What Can't You Eat With Braces?

What Can’t You Eat With Braces?

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Metal and clear braces have come a long way since first introduced as orthodontic treatment. Brackets are now smaller, and both clear and metal brackets are remarkably durable. However, there are still certain foods that …

How Do Clear Brackets Work?

How Do Clear Brackets Work?

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Clear brackets make a great alternative to traditional metal braces. They have a number of advantages over both metal braces and aligners. More comfortable and far less cumbersome and intrusive than metal braces, clear brackets …

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How To Floss Your Teeth With Braces

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Getting braces changes a lot about your daily life. You may eat differently and even brush and floss your teeth in a different way. Flossing is particularly challenging with traditional metal braces because the archwire …

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What is the Typical Cost of Getting Braces?

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Does your child need braces? If so, you probably have a lot of questions. One of the most common questions that tends to come up right away is, “How much will braces cost?” It is true that braces can seem costly, but when compared to other medical and dental treatments they are really on the low end of the spectrum. Here’s an overview of what you can expect for orthodontic services.

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Variety of Metal Retainers

Retainers After Braces: What You Should Know

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Braces are common among teenagers and adults as a way of correcting the alignment of teeth. Proper orthodontic care is an important part of maintaining your long-term dental health and correcting problems that affect other areas of your life. Although braces are a big focus for many people, retainers are just as important.

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Top 10 Braces Question and Answers

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Is your child or teen in need of braces? This is quite common. In fact, between a quarter and half of all people require orthodontic care. If it turns out that your child is one of them, you probably have some questions. Here are the top 10 questions and answers about braces.

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