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2. Elastics (orthodontics) - Wikipedia

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   Natural rubber, used by the Incan and Mayan cultures, was the first known elastomer. Charles Goodyear developed the process of vulcanization, [4] after which the use of natural rubber increased. Henry Albert Baker is the first person known to have used elastics to correct the position of teeth. In the late 1800s he named his elastic wear the ...

3. Orthodontic spacer - Wikipedia

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   They are usually added a week before you get your braces, but can sometimes be added after. [1] Spacers are either circular rubber bands about a centimeter in diameter placed between top and bottom molars; [citation needed] there may be 1-12 spacers applied or small metal spring clips (spring separators

4. Dental braces - Wikipedia

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   Rubber bands are made in different diameters, colours, sizes, and strengths. They are also typically available in two versions: Coloured or clear/opaque. The fitting process can vary between different types of braces, though there are similarities such as the initial steps of moulding the teeth before application.

5. Rubber band - Wikipedia

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   A rubber band ball is a sphere of rubber bands made by using a knotted single band as a starting point and then wrapping rubber bands around the center until the desired size is achieved. The ball is usually made from 100% rubber bands, but some instructions call for using a marble , [ 16 ] a crumpled piece of paper , or a ping-pong ball [ 17 ...

6. The best back braces of 2025, according to experts - AOL

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   Braces with reinforced lumbar support are great for those with disc pain or need support during heavy lifting. Size and fit: For a brace to work, it must fit correctly. Take your measurements ...

7. Orthodontic headgear - Wikipedia

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   Attachment: the third and final component is the mouth attachment – typically using rubber bands – joins the facemask from the mouth-yoke into the patient's mouth. The elastics hook on the patient's braces or other such suitable oral appliance. As the elastics are flexible, up to six elastics may be used to provide various forward and ...