What are the names of the different parts of the braces?
• A: End of archwire • B: Elastics hook • C: Tie back wire • D: Bands. These are thin bands of metal which allow us to hold and control the tooth. • E: Housebrace tube • F: Elastic. This will provide force that will cause the teeth to move. • G: Brackets on bands • H: Bonded bracket • I: A-ties • J: Archwire • K: Energy chain Will I need teeth removed to have Orthodontic treatment? Many adults who had treatment years ago had permanent teeth removed for their Orthodontic treatment, so this is a legitimate question. Twenty-five years ago, about 3 out of 4 people who had full treatment had permanent teeth removed. According to recent surveys, the national average has reversed about 25-35% of orthodontic patients have teeth removed for treatment. In our office, less than 15% of all patients require permanent tooth extractions. Because of early evaluation, recent hi-tech treatment options, we are proud that our patients require permanent tooth extractions at a rate less than one-half of the
