Sonic Dental Supply NEW IMPROVED - - Clear Latex Free 1/4" Heavy 4.5 oz - Orthodontic Elastic - Braces - Small Rubber Bands - Made in the USA

I've wanted to fix my gap since I was 11, in 1975. I asked my friend that had braces if she would bring some to school for me and she said no. Dental elastic bands couldn't be bought in the pharmacy, they were only supplied by the orthodontist. I wish I had found out I could buy them online sooner. I started March 6, 2025 binding the two front teeth with two bands, then the two teeth on either side of them to front teeth, then all four together. I saw progress every week. After a month it was completed. It didn't hurt, it only ached a bit biting down on hard food. I take them off to eat, or they tend to break while chewing, of course. After 4 hrs it opens back up a bit because I haven't removed the frenulum, but closes back up quickly after replacing the elastic bands. It's a cheaper and gentler alternative to surgery, and braces. I'm used to them, it didn't hurt. The other teeth moved into place on their own, no longer being pushed back. They stay closed while the elastic is off while eating now. I will continue to wear one, I'm not taking any chances, I love my new teeth. *Update Aug 19, 2025: I have only needed one on the four front teeth for a couple months now. After leaving off for 6+ hours only results in minor gapping (because I haven't removed the frenulum), but quickly moves back together (without noticing) when the band is replaced. I need to practice pronouncing the letter "S" and "F", I didn't realize how much I relied on blowing air between that Gap in my teeth. LOL

Buying anything online makes you skeptical I only had orthodontic gap bands once in a yellowish tent. They where great but eventually ran out and used small clear hair bands. Weren’t the same comfort and support. I preferred clear so I found these some comments would leave you a little worried. I got 1/4 size I was confused on what size I’d need. They are fine my gap is mid size I never had one b4 I had braces. So it kinda grows larger over time a tad larger could’ve been comfortable as well. I’d say the sizes help as your gap closes size down a bit. Very strong does slide up a little do to moisture but not bad at all or hard to adjust

Bands lack durability. Will break frequently after a night of use or need to be replaced in 1-2 days (elasticity degrades). Previous bands provided by my dentist never broke and usually required replacement after a week of use. Will not purchase these bands again.

I got 4.5 OZ 1/4" latex bands (photo left) from my orthodontics and just bught this clear one (photo right) as I'm running out. However, with exactly the same numbers, the clear one not only streches much less but also gives much more pressure. I'm going to buy the 3.5 OZ 5/16" clear ones as I'm writing this review now.

I was given the Eagle brand of rubber bands by my orthodontist. As my bite has changed, I’ve been going through 3 rubber bands an hour. These are much more durable, but what most surprised me was how much more comfortable they are compared to the Eagle brand. They’re much softer on my tongue and I hardly notice it. Will be buying these for the duration of my orthodontic journey.