Orthodontic Appliances Explained | Elastics

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Who just wants to see the result of their teeth after removing braces

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[@RRR0man]

Thanks for making this video! I currently have an overbite and I wanted to know if I were putting my elastics/bands on properly. Now I can go to bed know I got it right!

[@시린-d4i]

I want to know if the elastics pull the upper jaw back or bring the lower jaw forward? If you want your lower jaw to grow forward, can it be achieved?

[@OrthodonticExperts]

Depending on how elastics are used, they can pull the upper jaw back or bring the lower jaw forward. Elastics can help move your lower jaw forward if needed, this would be consider Class II elastics. In more severe cases, you might need to use Forsus. To learn more about Forsus you can check out this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3vdXpR3gb-aepI

[@exoticidk7359]

Hello! I got my elastics earlier today and my orthodontics says 'every 8 hours' and I am now contemplating what she meant for that, I was dumb I didn't had any follow-up questions maybe I am just shy. Does she means to change the rubber every 8 hours? Am I still need to wear the elastics 24/7? Please if anyone of you read this and know the answer please do I would really appreciate.

[@misssmims1229]

What does an inverted triangle do? My orthodontist told me to wear inverted triangles. They are on my upper canine teeth and the ones behind them, and connected to the lower teeth behind the lower canines, forming the inverted triangle. Does this also tighten your bite?

[@OrthodonticExperts]

Yes this will help your top and bottom teeth fit together better.

[@misssmims1229]

@@OrthodonticExperts Thank you so much for your response and help. 😊

[@meganrobson1727]

My orthodontist told me I wear the elastics 24 hrs a day. Do I still need to change then 3x a day like you say or shall I ring them up and ask them because they never told me. They said only to change it every day since I have the gorilla elastics that I have to do a box with on my back upper teeth and lower teeth

[@meganrobson1727]

On the upper canines and lower molers i mean at the back

[@OrthodonticExperts]

It is always best to follow your individual orthodontist's directions. We recommend reaching out to your doctor to confirm. Hope you are enjoying your braces!

[@bendixtrinity]

watching this while in pain from my elastics. 😂😂😂😂

[@mohammadfurqaan3676]

My upper and lower canines teeth are touching when I weared elastic please tell what to do..

[@mohammadfurqaan3676]

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[@fyre8442]

I’m confused I look in the mirror and it seems my top teeth are more forward than the bottom but my dentist told me to connect the rubber band from the back to my lower canine. Wouldn’t that make the problem worst?

[@azouz5675]

Doc in vertical issues like open bite how this rubber bands works to close the open bite ? Why the wire itself can not take the upper teeth down and lower front teeth up ?

[@ladyl_ladyl3356]

I have over bite, the Ortodont change me three types of rubberbands ,how long I need wear them? One day i did not wear and bite move back :(

[@OrthodonticExperts]

You will need to talk to your orthodontist about your length of treatment. One day should not have a big impact on treatment length, it should not be long!

[@siennaseguelajohnston5066]

i’m getting the spring elastic bang thingy next month

[@zoejulies7365]

I have an overbite but have to wear class 3 elastics ???

[@hazeemhamza2267]

I have braces and elastic on my teeth. Elastic is in v shape which is connected upper canine, upper first premolar and to lower first premolar. But my upper canine (right side, back surface) is sliding over lower canine (front surface). So is this v shaped elastic is effective for this problem?

[@maridialo9386]

How long would I have to wear elastics with a overbite

[@OrthodonticExperts]

It depends on how much adjustment your bite needs. As long as you wear your elastics as recommended by your doctor, you should have them off within 6-8 months. Hope this helps!

[@fayalmeamari4156]

The elastic triangle which is shown in the thumbnail is how I wear mine but can I wear it in any order or is it supposed to be In the order my orthodontist told me because I don’t remember it

[@OrthodonticExperts]

It would be best to wear it in the order your orthodontist told you, if you can not remember you should call their office and confirm the order. Hope this helps!

[@fayalmeamari4156]

@@OrthodonticExperts thank you😊

[@TerriJoe4638]

That was my question

[@gamer_network3853]

SAME THATS HOW I WEAR THEM

[@skylar_rain]

Do you need to wear elastics for a class I bite? And do you need to wear them when your top and bottom teeth aren’t aligned? Ex: the middle of your top teeth aren’t where the middle of your bottom teeth are.

[@OrthodonticExperts]

You can wear elastics for a Class I, Class II and Class III bite. Elastics are used to align the jaw which means they can be used if your top and bottom teeth are not align correctly. Hope this answers your question! You can check out more questions here: www.orthodonticexprts.com/braces-faqs

[@skylar_rain]

@@OrthodonticExperts Thank you! this helped :)

[@Debyyy97]

I was told to change them each 24H!

[@rimshahassan6607]

Can u plz tell that, do elastics help in reducing maxillary cant??

[@Letizia2810]

3 times a day? My orthodontist today told me to change them everyday every morning 🤨 I’ve also asked him again…… he said Yes , once a day…

[@puglover6113]

My orthodontist said to make that triangle but one of my tooth’s doesn’t has the hook for the elastic to stay.. ????? I’m confused .. he showed me how to do it but it almost impossible for me to put the elastic on my tooth’s

[@OrthodonticExperts]

We are sorry that you are having problems with your elastics. We recommend calling the office and talking with your doctor directly so he can give further instructions. If he cannot instruct you over the phone, he may ask for you to come in so the issue can be fixed.

[@nadiaboulaayoune1766]

And will this pain have any effect my mouth ?

[@chloe-gt8ti]

i have a mara tpa and braces

[@reenaheer2812]

Thumbnail pr apne image daalo hai us trah elastics upeer teeth ko inside kregi ja fir lower ko outward bahr nikale gi ??????? Any tell me whta it shows in the image of thumnail of this video.

[@張舜祺]

I want to learn how to fix it

[@chyrechavon4389]

I just have bands on my upper canine and lower canine for both sides of my mouth. I’m 16 months into treatment and just got power chains and the top and bottom. What are the bands suppose to fix??

[@orange_turtle3412]

They fix your jaw alignment. If you have overbite or underbite (either the top or bottom jaw is too far forward), the bands will apply pressure to your jaws to acclimate them to the proper position. So eventually, if you wear them long enough, the jaw will naturally retain its proper position.

[@chyrechavon4389]

@@orange_turtle3412 Thank you for responding. I have 1 more visit until I get my braces off😁

[@ARFii_]

I got them today... the band is on the molar band and the band is so stiff that i think my molar band is coming out... i don't know what to do.. please someone tell me what to do

[@OrthodonticExperts]

Please contact your orthodontist and let them know you are having this problem.

[@nadiaboulaayoune1766]

Hello Dr please i have a lot of pain in my braces is this normal ?

[@dianiycon6669]

I have crooked bottom teeth and tiny gaps between my k9 and I have a class 2 overbite I think I don't really know the classes but any idea on the treatment

[@OrthodonticExperts]

Having crooked teeth does not necessarily mean you will need elastics. Elastics can be used to treat a class II overbite, but it is up to your doctor to decide what the best treatment is for your individual case.

[@Tricendo]

What about when you have a overbite and u need the rubberband to go from the back molar to the top k9 to the bottom k9 in a triangle because thats what i have to do, i wanted to see a 3d replica for that situation

[@OrthodonticExperts]

If you are referring to the lower molar, then this would be called Class II Check. If you are referring to the upper molar, then this would be called Class 3 Check. We did not include this in the video because it is not commonly used. We are glad you asked and we will try to include this in future videos!

[@ft-eg8tq]

I also have that 🙃

[@ioana2502]

I have on the left side class 3 and on the right side class 2. On the left I use the elastic from upper canine to lower last molar, and on the right from lower canine to upper last molar. It is correct? I’m a little confused by your video because it seems that I wear them opposite, but that’s how the orthodontist said. I wear them also for correctibg the bite. Thanks

[@OrthodonticExperts]

Depending on what you need for your specific treatment, you may need to wear elastics differently. In the video we show how an orthodontist will typically use elastics but your orthodontist may use them differently. Always use them how your orthodontist has recommend! If you have concerns, please reach out to your orthodontist and confirm that the way you have been instructed to use them is correct. Hope that helps!

[@juanarias3716]

@@OrthodonticExperts hi i want to ask you a question

[@jyoleya3671]

How many months wear rubber bands??

[@mr.nathan4367]

I can only bite on the left side what elastics do i need?

[@OrthodonticExperts]

From the information you have provide, it sounds like you could have a posterior open bite which can sometimes cause your bite to not be complete on both sides. In this case, you would need to wear posterior box elastics to settle in the bite. We recommend a doctor to view your specific case to confirm this before undergoing treatment. Hope this helps!

[@terizlasong8951]

Hello Dr, can elastics be used during alignment and on which size of archwire can we start using elastics? Specifically, on case of lower Molar lingual inclination , on which size of archwire can we start using elastics ? Thank you Dr, hoping to hear an answer from you !!!

[@albaniaalbania2326]

Why my dentist tell me to change the elastic every morning every 24 hour and not 3 time per day pls tell me

[@orange_turtle3412]

Depends on what bands ur using I assume. The point of changing them is because rubber bands lose elasticity over time, which reduces how effective they are. If the specific type of band you have retains elasticity for longer, you dont really have to swap them out as much.

[@samanthavillapana104]

What is the size of the band?

[@aac2289]

What if I eat with elastics without changing?

[@OrthodonticExperts]

It is recommended to change your elastics after you eat. This is for hygiene purposes and because eating will put extra strain on your elastics, meaning they will wear out quicker making them less effective.

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[@mayaross5842]

Can rubber bands help fix an asymmetrical jaw?

[@Orangeyougladx3]

It can help fix it but probably not fix it entirely unless you are younger. Once you jaw sets, you will need surgery to fix it. I know a kid who got his jaw fixed at 16 by braces+elastics but an adult who needed to get surgery

[@mayaross5842]

@nothingg oh ok thank you

[@lylierhode3103]

what about crossbites??

[@OrthodonticExperts]

A cross-bite can be treated with elastics, but they can also be treated with other appliances depending on your specific case.

[@arlohh228]

I sadly have cross bite and more.. do I need elastics?

[@OrthodonticExperts]

Elastics are commonly used to treat a cross bite so there is a good chance they will be recommended, but only your doctor can tell you what you need for your specific case.

[@arlohh228]

Orthodontic Experts ok thanks!

[@betacross3675]

First time I use elastic I felt my whole face being pulled

[@winwinyana2188]

Who is has underbite here😅 Or it is just me😬

[@quackbeatch1619]

No you are not alone but mine it’s just very tiny

[@aureliusmarcusdiaz4234]

as of today, my elastic is inside

[@Distress.]

Meanwhile I'm overhear with zig zags 😅

[@gamer_network3853]

The thumbnail is the way my bands are

[@bellecupie3081]

What about overjet? 🥺

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why the “🥺” lmaoooo 😭

[@shaswatibiswas738]

Then how to correct midline shift

[@OrthodonticExperts]

Usually this will be fixed with braces or aligners alone, and not elastics. Although you may still need elastics depending on other aspects of your treatment.

[@shaswatibiswas738]

@@OrthodonticExperts thanks for replying.. I have been with braces since last one year and my midline is still not corrected. And only 10months are left as per doctor to complete my course..will it get corrected within these few months?and also my extraction gap is not closed yet..i am worried..

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@@shaswatibiswas738 same condition with mine😥

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Ive had them for 10 minutes and i fucking hate them

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