Elastics create a continuous force causing the upper and lower teeth to move into alignment. The elastics are connected to specific teeth to move the teeth in a planned direction.
- Elastics should be worn 24 hours a day unless otherwise instructed. Remove them only to eat, brush, floss, or while wearing a sports mouthguard. Part time wear will not work in correcting your bite.
- Replace the elastics at least once a day because the elasticity is gradually lost.
- Plan ahead, take elastics to school, work or trips. Ask for extra packages as needed.
- If you run out of elastics before your next appointment, call and we will send you more.
- If an elastic hook breaks, call us immediately so we can fix the problem.
- Expect some discomfort in the first few days. This will diminish when the elastics are worn consistently. Taking a break from them will only cause a vicious cycle of discomfort.