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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?
12 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
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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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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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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