At Chamblee Orthodontics in Atlanta, we understand the importance of orthodontic treatment when it comes to straightening your teeth and aligning your bite. Besides just offering braces and Invisalign, we sometimes offer several orthodontic components that work together to help you achieve your desired smile. One such component is ligatures, small rubber bands designed to hold the archwire of your braces together. However, despite their design to be durable, ligatures can sometimes break for various reasons. Below we explore three common reasons that might result in your ligatures breaking.
Over time, ligatures can naturally wear down and lose their elasticity, making them more prone to breakage.
Chewing on sticky or hard foods can put extra pressure on your ligatures, causing them to snap.
Sometimes, ligatures can be accidentally damaged when you brush your teeth or floss.
If your ligature breaks worry not, it’s common. If you run out of ligatures, quickly schedule an appointment with Chamblee Orthodontics, who is ready to help replace them so that you can continue with your orthodontic treatment. We also recommend avoiding eating sticky or hard foods and using toothbrushes with soft bristles to avoid accidentally damaging your ligatures.
Contact Chamblee Orthodontics today to schedule an appointment!
The content of this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with questions you may have regarding medical conditions.
5070 Peachtree Blvd. Suite E150
Atlanta, GA 30341
Monday | 7:30am-4:30pm |
Tuesday | 9:00am-5:30pm |
Wednesday | 7:30am-4:30pm |
Thursday | 9:00am-5:30pm |
Friday | 7:30am-4:30pm |
Saturday | Closed |
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