A member asked:

I'm running out of rubber bands for my braces, and i'm going to the orthodontist for about 5 days. can my bite change by this?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Braces: I'm sure you can pick up some rubber bands from your orthodontist or a friend. I wouldn't wait 5 days. All the best.

Answered 4/2/2017

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Dr. Jeffrey Bassman answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Don't wait: The rubber bands are for a purpose and help exert forces to either hold the teeth in place or help move them. I would not wait too long to replenish the supplies of te the rubber bands. call your orthodontist/dentist asap

Answered 6/7/2017

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Next time: Next time call before you run out so that the Orthodontist can mail you more elastics. You should be OK, but if you have a chance stop by the Orthodontist's office and pick up some more.

Answered 11/28/2017

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Probably not: It shouldn't matter for that short period of time. If you are running low on orthodontic bands, your first stop should be your orthodontist. S/he will usually have a ready supply, and you can get them for free anytime.

Answered 9/8/2015

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