Getting my braces off tomorrow, what to expect?
Removing your orthodontic braces is actually much easier and faster than putting them on. To remove your braces, your orthodontist will gently squeeze each individual bracket with a special plier in order to separate the bracket from the tooth. The bracket usually comes off in one piece, though some clear or ceramic braces are made to break as they separate from the tooth. If you have bands that fit around individual teeth, your orthodontist will use a special plier to gently remove the band. Sometimes the bands will come off easily, but other times the cement that holds the band to the tooth is still very strong so you may feel some pressure when your orthodontist removes the band. Generally, the process of removing braces is not painful and will frequently be done in just two to five minutes. After your braces are removed there will be some leftover cement or glue on your teeth. The orthodontist may scrape away large pieces of cement with a special plier. Then a polishing handpiece w
