Published on March 11, 2021, Updated on March 11, 2021
Elastics are rubber bands frequently used in the field of orthodontics to correct different types of malocclusions. The elastic wear is prescribed by an orthodontist or a dentist in an orthodontic treatment. The longevity of the elastic wear may vary from two weeks to several months.
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elastics_(orthodontics)