How to Make Fake Braces
Unroll a paper clip with your hands., Bend the paper clip into a large “U” shape., Count your teeth in your smile., Thread your beads onto the paperclip., Glue the beads in place., Bend the ends of the paperclip., Apply orthodontic wax., Try your...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Unroll a paper clip with your hands.
Make sure to choose a thin paper clip for this project.
The thicker paper clips will not work for this method, and will also look clunky and unrealistic on your teeth.
The beads that you will be using to make the brackets with will also not fit on a thicker paper clip., This shape should fit around your top teeth.
After you’ve created the “U” and smoothed out any kinks in the wire, test it.
Smile and pop the wire onto your top teeth, seeing how it feels.
Fix any areas where it’s uncomfortable or doesn’t look natural.[[ , In other words, see how many teeth are showing when you smile naturally.
You’ll need one bead for each visible tooth.
The beads will look like the brackets of braces., You can find small beads at any art supply store, and choose the colors you’d like for your braces.
After they’re all on the paperclip, hold it up to your mouth and smile again.
Adjust the beads so that each one is centered on a tooth.
Once you have them centered properly, carefully remove the brace from your mouth. , Carefully lay the paperclip onto a paper plate or piece of paper, and make sure they haven’t moved from their measured positions.
Using a non-toxic superglue, carefully glue the beads into place.
Let the glue dry for about ten minutes.
Once the beads are firmly in place, carefully use your finger to scratch off any excess glue.
The superglue won’t breakdown in your mouth for three to four weeks.
You likely won’t be wearing the braces 24/7, so your fake braces will last even longer. , Take a pair of pliers and bend the ends up 90 degrees into an "L" shape.
Now bend the tip of your "L" back until it lies flat along the back of the "L." Essentially, the wire will be doubled over.
Do this slowly and carefully, and be patient.
It will take a couple of gentle compressions with your pliers to create this compressed bend. , You can find orthodontic wax in most drugs stores.
Break a stick of orthodontic wax in two and roll each piece between your palms to create two balls of wax.
Push each end of your braces through a ball of the wax. , Gently place the braces over your top teeth and adjust them.
Gently push the orthodontic wax against your teeth so that it helps hold your braces in place, while also flattening out to look more natural.
You may have to play around with your braces for a bit to get them looking perfect.Remember, only wear your fake braces for short periods of time to ensure you don't hurt your teeth or gums. -
Step 2: Bend the paper clip into a large “U” shape.
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Step 3: Count your teeth in your smile.
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Step 4: Thread your beads onto the paperclip.
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Step 5: Glue the beads in place.
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Step 6: Bend the ends of the paperclip.
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Step 7: Apply orthodontic wax.
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Step 8: Try your braces on.
Detailed Guide
Make sure to choose a thin paper clip for this project.
The thicker paper clips will not work for this method, and will also look clunky and unrealistic on your teeth.
The beads that you will be using to make the brackets with will also not fit on a thicker paper clip., This shape should fit around your top teeth.
After you’ve created the “U” and smoothed out any kinks in the wire, test it.
Smile and pop the wire onto your top teeth, seeing how it feels.
Fix any areas where it’s uncomfortable or doesn’t look natural.[[ , In other words, see how many teeth are showing when you smile naturally.
You’ll need one bead for each visible tooth.
The beads will look like the brackets of braces., You can find small beads at any art supply store, and choose the colors you’d like for your braces.
After they’re all on the paperclip, hold it up to your mouth and smile again.
Adjust the beads so that each one is centered on a tooth.
Once you have them centered properly, carefully remove the brace from your mouth. , Carefully lay the paperclip onto a paper plate or piece of paper, and make sure they haven’t moved from their measured positions.
Using a non-toxic superglue, carefully glue the beads into place.
Let the glue dry for about ten minutes.
Once the beads are firmly in place, carefully use your finger to scratch off any excess glue.
The superglue won’t breakdown in your mouth for three to four weeks.
You likely won’t be wearing the braces 24/7, so your fake braces will last even longer. , Take a pair of pliers and bend the ends up 90 degrees into an "L" shape.
Now bend the tip of your "L" back until it lies flat along the back of the "L." Essentially, the wire will be doubled over.
Do this slowly and carefully, and be patient.
It will take a couple of gentle compressions with your pliers to create this compressed bend. , You can find orthodontic wax in most drugs stores.
Break a stick of orthodontic wax in two and roll each piece between your palms to create two balls of wax.
Push each end of your braces through a ball of the wax. , Gently place the braces over your top teeth and adjust them.
Gently push the orthodontic wax against your teeth so that it helps hold your braces in place, while also flattening out to look more natural.
You may have to play around with your braces for a bit to get them looking perfect.Remember, only wear your fake braces for short periods of time to ensure you don't hurt your teeth or gums.
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