The rubber bands are the fun part for many people because they get to choose the color they want. They do this by wrapping a small rubber band (ligature) around each bracket to hold the wire in place. Once the brackets and bands are firmly in place, the orthodontist attaches the archwire to the brackets.
They can adjust the band so it’s comfortable. Let your orthodontist know if you’re feeling a pinching sensation. Maneuvering the band onto your molar may involve a little bit of twisting or pressure. To anchor the braces, the orthodontist puts metal bands around your back molars.Īfter choosing a band that’s the right size for your tooth, the orthodontist applies some glue to the band, sets the glue with the blue light, and slides the band onto your tooth. The next step is to place a bracket in the center of the tooth. The glue usually tastes bad but it isn’t toxic to you. Then they shine a blue light on your teeth to set the glue. To attach the brackets, the orthodontist places a small amount of glue in the center of each tooth. Gluing on the bracketsīrackets are the small metal or ceramic devices that hold the wires in place on your teeth. Once your teeth have been thoroughly cleaned and dried, the orthodontist can apply the braces. Starting cleanīefore your orthodontist puts your braces on, your teeth should be really clean. The down side of spacers is that your back teeth and jaw will probably be sore as your teeth move to accommodate the spacing devices. This step is to create enough space for bands to fit around your back teeth. If your back teeth are very close together, your dentist might put spacers or rubber bands between them about a week before your braces are applied. If you’re wearing conventional metal or ceramic braces Spacers
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