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A member asked:
I just got braces but noticed that on some teeth the band only goes halfway around the bracket, is this suppose dto happen?
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Probably OK: Orthodontists will frequently engage all four wings of a "twin" bracket with a plastic tie. This holds the wire into the bracket and helps pull the tooth into position. Sometimes, depending on the direction or the intensity of the force the orthodontist thinks is best, the tie will be placed on 2 wings or 3 wings instead of all four. Have your orthodontist check it at your next visit.
Answered 12/13/2013
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