Traditional braces have been used for generations to create straight, healthy smiles. A system of brackets and wires applies gentle pressure to move teeth in small increments. Elastics are placed over your braces to hold your arch wire in place. However, you may also require rubber bands. Don’t worry. Here’s why your orthodontist is instructing you to wear bands.

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Have you ever noticed that your once-straight teeth seem to move over time? It can seem like one day you look in the mirror and suddenly you’ve got a few crooked spots in your smile. Despite how strange this may appear, it’s actually a natural process. Teeth can shift for a variety of reasons, even after orthodontic treatments or years of having a perfect smile. But why does this happen? Continue reading to learn about why your teeth shift and how orthodontics can keep your smile in line.