<P> Orthodontic separators ( commonly known as spacers ) are rubber bands or metal appliances used in orthodontics . Spacers are placed between the molars at the second orthodontic appointment , before molar bands are applied . Spacers are either circular rubber bands about a centimeter in diameter placed between top and bottom molars ; there may be 1 - 12 spacers applied or small metal spring clips ( spring separators ) that push the molars apart . The spacers stay between the teeth for one to two weeks and move the teeth apart slowly until they are far apart enough so that orthodontists can fit a tooth brace or molar band in between them or fit an expander with rubber rings . </P>
<P> Orthodontic separators ( commonly known as spacers ) are rubber bands or metal appliances used in orthodontics . Spacers are placed between the molars at the second orthodontic appointment , before molar bands are applied . Spacers are either circular rubber bands about a centimeter in diameter placed between top and bottom molars ; there may be 1 - 12 spacers applied or small metal spring clips ( spring separators ) that push the molars apart . The spacers stay between the teeth for one to two weeks and move the teeth apart slowly until they are far apart enough so that orthodontists can fit a tooth brace or molar band in between them or fit an expander with rubber rings . </P>
how long do spacers have to stay in
how long do spacers have to stay in
one to two weeks
one to two weeks