Consumer Alert! Risks Involved with Do It Yourself Teeth Straightening Products

Consumers who may be considering “do it yourself” orthodontic treatment should be aware that they may be putting their teeth, gums and bones of the jaws in harm’s way.  This alert is predicated by the uptick and availability of such products available online and in retail stores. Among the ‘quick fix’ offerings are rubber bands promoted to close a gap between teeth.  These products can be a waste of consumers’ money.  At the worst, they can cause extensive damage to teeth, bone and soft tissue that could require expensive and extensive restoration by a multi-disciplinary team of