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My dentist told me to put an elastic band on one side of my braces during daytime and to put the elastic bands on both sides at night. is this normal?
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Depends on ur bite: If there is some confusion and you are not sure of the instructions that were given to you, please ask your orthodontist to explain them once again.
Answered 2/24/2016
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Yes: What you describe is not unusual. If you are not sure about the instructions, ask your treating General Dentist or Orthodontic Specialist.
Answered 2/24/2016
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Of course: Your dentist or orthodontist will prescribe a bands protocol specific for your individual needs.
Answered 2/24/2016
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