Braces bands, what are they?

 
Let’s set the record straight: braces bands are made of stainless steel, not rubber and they can only be removed by your dentist when your orthodontic treatment ends.

Braces bands are as metal covers placed around the upper and lower molars that serve as anchorage for the arch wire.



The arch wire passes through the braces and gets hooked up though a thin tube welded to the dental bands and fixed with dental cement.


Orthodontic bands come in different sizes, thickness and shapes to fit teeth perfectly.

Since they have to stay in our mouth for all the time the braces treatment lasts, they boost the appearance of tartar and stains, hence cavities.

Oh my, so I have more risk of having cavities after getting braces?


Yes, indeed. That is why you have to reinforce your tooth brushing and flossing skills. And in addition to that, getting an air polishing treatment as Air Flow for a braces-safe and deep teeth cleaning.