Why Are There Hooks on My Braces

Some hooks are removable, but most hooks are attached to the brackets. We use hooks to attach coil springs or elastics (rubber bands), which can help us adjust spacing issues or change the alignment of the jaws.

What are these things on my braces?

Brackets are the small metal squares that are attached to the front and side teeth. They act like handles that allow us to grab onto the teeth to move them. They are bonded directly to the enamel of the tooth with a special adhesive. Brackets are made of stainless steel.

Where are the hooks on braces?

Hooks – These are used to attach elastics between the upper and lower jaw.