A Quick Look at Different Types of Braces Bands
If you're just starting your orthodontic journey, you've probably realized there are several different types of braces bands that do way more than just look cool in your school photos. Most people think of the tiny colorful circles that decorate their brackets, but there's a whole world of elastics, chains, and spacers working behind the scenes to move your teeth into the right spot. It can be a bit confusing at first, especially when your orthodontist starts talking about "Class II elastics" or "power chains" while your mouth is propped open. ...