During various times of treatment, small elastics ( rubberbands) are used as a gentle but continuous force to help individual tooth movement  and/ or the aligning of jaws. In order for this force to remain constant, elastics must be worn all the time, especially when eating because that is when the jaw is most active.

Elastics should only be removed when brushing and should be changed daily, or if they break. The more often you wear your rubberbands, the shorter your treatment time may be. Therefore you will obtain the best results by wearing your elastics 24/7.

Failure to wear them as prescribed can result in the teeth defying the expected movement and actually setting up a resistance to movement and will delay progress. With your cooperation, we can create a beautiful and functional smile.