The daily care of orthodontic rubber products mainly includes the following points:
Wearing time: In order to maintain the continuity and stability of traction, the rubber band needs to be worn 24 hours a day, except when eating and brushing teeth. Replace the rubber band once before going to bed every day to ensure that its strength does not decay too quickly.
Wearing method: There are many ways to hang the rubber band, including front teeth to back teeth, upper teeth to lower teeth, vertical or oblique, etc. The specific hanging method needs to be carried out according to the doctor's guidance, because everyone's teeth are different, and the wearing method will also be different.
Strength control: The strength of the rubber band is gradually attenuated, and frequent replacement will cause the teeth to be constantly subjected to greater force and cause damage. It is recommended to replace the rubber band according to the doctor's advice, and do not increase the strength privately.
Cleaning and replacement: Teeth and rubber bands need to be cleaned after each meal, and worn immediately after cleaning. If the rubber band is damaged or loses its elasticity, it should be replaced with a new rubber band in time.
Dietary precautions: Avoid eating sticky foods while wearing the rubber bands, as these foods may damage the braces or rubber bands.