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What happens if your braces don’t get tightened?
Braces are a type of dental tool used to straighten teeth. These braces are used to correct crooked or misaligned teeth, and they are tightened frequently throughout the session to get the teeth in the desired position. Read further to understand the brace tightening process and how it works.
Teeth Alignment Treatment
Braces are used for applying pressure on the teeth and put on for a long time for teeth alignment. The shape of your jaw changes over time to adjust to the pressure. Braces are attached beneath your gums, where a membrane connects teeth to the jaw and is enclosed by the bones. This membrane maintains the position of your teeth and reacts to the force exerted on them by braces.
Brace Adjustment by Orthodontist
When your braces will be tightened during the treatment phases, it is decided by the dentist or orthodontist according to the requirements. The average interval between visits for tightening can be 4-6 weeks. You might be asked to visit a bit sooner or later as per your treatment. If the wire of your braces is broken, popped out, or lost grip, consult your orthodontist as soon as possible to avoid any injuries and future problems with your treatment.
What happens if your braces don’t get tightened?
If you don’t get your braces tightened, there is no harm or side effects. Braces are tightened to correct tooth position, but they eventually lose their grip on teeth after moving due to the constant pressure. As a result, braces will be useless until they are tightened or modified, which will only lengthen the duration of treatment.
Teeth alignment can take anywhere from months to years to complete. Braces may cause some discomfort and soreness in the early first week as you get accustomed to wearing them. So, if you want to get rid of your braces, keep your appointments and don’t put off treatment any longer.
