Why will i not be able to get spacers for braces?

Need: For many of my patients, I do not need spacers, as i will not require the space to place a band. Modern orthodontics more and more uses a fully bonded appliance: no ring to go around a back tooth unless i need it for a special situation. Be happy if you do not get them, as your braces will be smaller and easier to clean.

New appliances: I'm not sure if you mean by spacer the rubber band that create space before placing the bands, if so most orthodontist utilize brackets that are attached to the surface of the teeth without the needs to use spacers, so one less thing to worry about as an adult patient.

You don't need them?: If your orthodontist is not putting bands on your molars, but is bonding your braces to all your teeth, then you don't need spacers(separators) to make room between your teeth.

Unknown: It depends upon your definition of "spacers." separators or spacers are typically inserted between teeth to create space over a one-week period for the insertion of some types of braces. Sometimes laypeople will use the term "spacer" to describe expansion appliances. Only your orthodontic specialist will be able to answer this question.

Braces: Your dentist may be gluing a brace directly to the front of your teeth rather than placing a band (ring) around yout tooth which requires a spacer.

Definition: Space maintainers hold teeth in position when a baby tooth has been lost prematurely. Spaces are used to move teeth apart to have room to place metal bands that go all the way around teeth, especially the molars. If you have existing space, or of qualified orthodontic specialist chooses braces that bond to the sides of the teeth, spaces may not be necessary. Ask your orthodontist.