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What to do if i got rubber / elastic bands for midline correction, causing misaligned bite and slight jaw pain?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Orthodontist: Follow the directions of your orthodontist for the use of these elastics.
Answered 6/9/2014
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Braces: If your teeth and jaws don't match you need Orthodontic correction. Rubber bands may be helpful in directing your teeth along the Orthodontic wires, but need something to attach to, so braces are required. See an Orthodontic Specialist for guidance.
Answered 6/20/2014
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See an orthodontist : First see an orthodontist for complete evaluation. No matter what age you are, how complicated is your situation, the orthodontics can help.They complete at least two extra years of schooling to practice their skills. The rule of thumb, the orthodontist is always first for your orthodontics needs.
Answered 6/14/2014
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