Rubber Bands for Braces | Ceramic Braces

In the correction of crooked and crowded teeth, rubber bands for braces are playing an important role. Those are small elastic pieces that are used to speed up the process of correction of your teeth or jaw. Proper use of rubber bands can shorten the period of using braces for one-third of the time. It is different from case to case but one-third of treatment can be up to a year. So, rubber bands for braces are very useful and important part of your treatment. At some moment of treatment your orthodontist in San Antonio will suggest you to start with the use of rubber band for braces. He/she will explain how it is put on and you will do it your self every day, probably few times in a day. You should wear those 24 hours a day if possible. Do, some people are using them only during the night. The role of rubber bands is to use their force and move your teeth in right direction. Depends of what are you trying to achieve: retracts upper teeth, retracts lower teeth, close the space between your teeth, close open bite or line up the centre of the upper and lower front teeth – the position of elastic will be different. It is up to your orthodontist to decide how you are going to use them and for how long. You should try as much as possible to follow his/her instruction.

The problem that you may face when you start the use of rubber bands for braces is that sometimes it wants to be easy to place them right. There are some small devices that can help you with it, just ask your orthodontist. Also, it is not easy to eat while wearing elastics. They are very strong – which is good for correction of your teeth – but it makes chewing of food hard. And if you do not take them of while eating, they will lose their elasticity and they can easily snap. If it snaps while in your mouth it will be painful, so be careful with that. Some food can harm rubber bands and make them weaker, so they will lose their efficiency. That is why you should change them every day. That is how you will have constant pressure on your teeth to be corrected at the maximum speed. If it happens that on one side of your jaw elastics snaps and you don`t have with you reserve one, you should take off the one that is still standing on the other side of your jaw. That is recommended because pressure should be constant all the time at all your teeth – not to have the situation that your teeth are not corrected all at the same time.

Rubber Bands for Braces

Also, be careful with opening your mouth really wide – that can cause elastics to snap, too. All of these potential difficulties make some people using rubber bands for braces only during the night. It is much easier but the period of wearing it will be longer. How and when are you going to use rubber bands for braces is up to you, but for every decision that you make about it you should consult your orthodontist. If you follow his/hers instruction about the use of rubber bands for braces, your treatment will be shortened and your teeth and smile will be perfect in no time!
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appliances or the clear appliances on most patients. All these braces are bonded to the surface of the teeth but are removed when treatment is completed.

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Colored bracket ties

These are one of the newest additions to the line of orthodontic products which appeal to our patients. They are often thought of as colored braces but in fact it is the elastic tie on the bracket which has the color. The colors can be changed at each visit or mixed for a rainbow look!

Full or partial treatment plans

Some of our patients do not require full treatment. Instead, I can design a short term or limited treatment plan. This is usually perfect for aligning lower anterior teeth or detailing the upper arch for an improved appearance. This can be achieved with braces or with clear removable aligners.

Second Opinions

Often times an orthodontic consultation results in a choice of treatment plans or treatment

philosophies. It is always a good idea to seek a second opinion before you begin treatment. If you have any questions regarding the treatment or the timing on when treatment is appropriate, you have a responsibility to ask your orthodontist to explain everything carefully and completely. There is often more than one way to treat a case. Listen to your options and decide with your orthodontist after all your questions are answered.

Transfer cases

There are times when a patient is undergoing treatment and the need to change orthodontists arises. Usually this is due to a geographical move. We will see the patient for a “no charge” consultation to evaluate what has to be done and how much time it will take to complete. Then, after seeing the patient I can give the family an accurate fee and a payment plan. If everything is in good condition we can usually just pick up where the last orthodontist left off and finish the case.

Non-extraction treatment emphasized

Each case must be evaluated on an individual basis.. Some cases present in such a way that extractions are necessary but others may present a choice. Some orthodontists, however, have their own philosophy on how to approach treatment. I prefer to maintain all the permanent teeth whenever possible. Early treatment often makes this possible.

Emergencies

Every patient is given a packet of information on the day they start their braces. It includes a beeper number and the doctors home phone number. There is always someone to see you or guide you if you have a problem.

Flexible payment plans – NO DOWN PAYMENT

We offer a variety of payment plans. Each patient can discuss their needs with the office manager. A plan is agreed on before treatment is started. so you know what to expect. We offer you the option to begin your treatment with a small monthly payment instead of a large down payment. This often helps our families to start more than one child at a time.

Insurance

We now have to include insurance company payments and fee schedules into your financial arrangements. This office does participate on many of the popular plans. Please call to discuss your benefits with us.

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BRACES MAY BE ONE OF THE BEST WAYS TO CREATE A SMILE

BRACES MAY BE ONE OF THE BEST WAYS TO CREATE a smile you love to share. Knowing this, many people still shy away from this option because they don’t want to deal with the hassle and embarrassment traditional braces can cause. At Orthodontics San Antonio we understand these could be concerns for patients of all ages.

That’s why our doctors are proud to give you multiple options for your orthodontic care, including lingual braces.

What are lingual braces?

This great new advancement in orthodontics gives you the opportunity to have braces that attach to the inside surface of your teeth, also known as the “lingual” area. After taking a simple mold of your teeth we can design a custom plan that fits brackets on the inside, making your orthodontic care invisible to the rest of the world. For more information, a short video that explains lingual braces can be found on our website.

Are you a good candidate?

If you have previously avoided braces because you don’t want the look of that bulky metal for months, lingual braces may be your solution. Lingual braces are also good for those who can’t use our Invisalign due to plastic sensitivity. Another advantage to lingual braces is for those who play high contact sports, which make traditional bulky braces unsuitable.

What’s next?

It’s important to remember that lingual braces are not offered at all orthodontic offices. This type of system involves extra training and certification, and Drs. Gemmi and Middleberg are both confident in offering their patients this service. To find out more about lingual braces, and how they can be an option for your new smile, contact us today. With a simple consultation we can let you know how lingual braces can work for you.

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At the completion of active orthodontic treatment all braces will be removed from your mouth. At this point, the teeth have been moved to create the best possible smile and bite!
Just because the braces are not on your teeth anymore does not mean the teeth will stop moving. Teeth will always shift, causing bite changes and crowding. To prevent this shifting we ask that you wear retainers. There are several types of retainers, ones that can be glued to the back of your teeth, or ones that are removable which you can take in and out of your mouth.

When you first get your braces off you should wear your retainers all the time, except when you eat or brush your teeth. Typically, we ask you do this for the first 6 months out of braces. Dr. Spoonhower will tell you when you can reduce the amount of time that you need to wear your retainers. Usually, after the first 6 months you’ll wear your retainers after dinner and to bed (about 12 hours per day).

When you remove your retainers to brush your teeth, you should brush your retainers also. Use only cool water and a toothbrush (no toothpaste). Always store your retainers dry, never let them soak for more than 15 minutes. Be careful with colored mouthwash and mouthwash containing alcohol. These will alter the color and weaken your retainers.

We will continue to see you for 18 months to make sure your retainers continue to fit well. For all retainer visits it is very important that you bring the retainers into the office for adjustments. Once retention visits are no longer necessary, we still recommend you wear your retainers. You may only need to wear them a fraction of the time you once did, but never stop wearing them altogether.

Remember, teeth will always shift. The only way to prevent shifting is to wear your retainers indefinitely!
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