Coil Springs Braces Hurt: How long, Causes, Pain Relief Tips

Coil Springs Braces Hurt: How long, Causes, Pain Relief Tips

It is common to feel pain after getting braces. But what about coil springs on braces? Do coil springs on braces hurt? Pain from coil springs depends on which types of coil springs. Some springs hurt a bit and some don’t hurt at all. Usually, however, it goes away with time normally. But, if you

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Braces Ligature (Rubber Band) Came Off: Causes, What To Do

Braces Ligature (Rubber Band) Came Off: Causes, What to do

Elastics are part of braces that interest you the most. But, you may wonder which problems you have to deal with. So, you might ask, “Do braces ligatures or rubber bands come off?” One of your braces ligatures or rubber bands can come off accidentally or due to eating sticky foods, poor tooth cleaning technique,

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Invisalign Chewies: Do They Really Help, Do you need them?

Invisalign chewies or aligner seaters

Invisalign chewies are commonly used accessories for Invisalign treatment. But, do chewies really help Invisalign? Do you need them? If yes, how long should you use them? Let’s find out. What are Invisalign chewies? Invisalign chewies are small and spongy chewing materials that look like a small cylinder or a roll of cotton or gauze.

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How Long Do Invisalign Attachments Stay On? [Tips To Reduce Duration]

How Long Do Invisalign Attachments Stay On? [Tips To Reduce Duration]

Today, you get attachments with Invisalign that may resemble braces though they are tooth-colored. But, some of you might want to get rid of these. So, how long do Invisalign attachments stay on? Invisalign attachments may last anywhere from 6 to 12 months or even more on your teeth. That means these may stay almost

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Can You Whiten Your Teeth With Braces On?

Teeth whitening with braces on teeth

It’s common to have stained or yellow discoloration of teeth after getting braces. So, you get concerned, Can you whiten your teeth with braces on? Usually, orthodontists don’t suggest whitening teeth with braces on because whitening agents will make your exposed teeth brighter that results in uneven teeth colors after braces come off. However, you

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