Orthodontic Spacer

Orthodontic Spacer

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 a palatal expander or braces are applied.Spacers are circular rubber bands about a centimeter in diameter placed between top and bottom molars; there may be 1-12 spacers applied. 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 dentists can fit a tooth brace in between them or fit an expander with metal rings.