Keeping your teeth happy and healthy during any orthodontic treatment is important. Without healthy teeth, your orthodontic treatment time might need to be extended, or might fail entirely. Tooth health is also important when it comes to post orthodontia. Tooth stains acquired during braces may become permanent, or require costly whitening treatments to remove. With October being National Orthodontic Health Month, Reed Orthodontics wanted to take this time to refresh everyone on some braces basics.
Brush, Brush, Brush!
We know, we know, you hear this from just about everyone, but we cannot overstate the importance of brushing your teeth on a regular basis when you have any type of orthodontia! This means taking a toothbrush and travel sized toothpaste with you wherever you go, and making a habit to brush as soon as possible after every meal. Food particles can easily get wedged in metal or plastic braces and trapped under Invisalign aligners. The longer these particles stay stuck, the more likely they are to lead to infection. And no one wants an infection!
Watch What You Eat
Caramel, peanut butter, hard candies, and all of the delicious sticky, ooey, gooey things are a big no-no when you’re receiving an orthodontic treatment. Just like not brushing your teeth, these yummy treats can easily get stuck in your braces and teeth leading to halitosis and infection. It’s better to stay away from these sweets and have a braces off party, than pay the price of tooth decay!
Follow Up with Your Follow Ups
Going to see your orthodontist every 4-6 weeks might seem like a pain, but it’s so important! Without frequent visits, something might be going awry in your mouth that could cause permanent damage. Your Orthodontist can spot a problem before it becomes a problem, which is essential to ensuring that your treatment is successful. Because, let’s be honest, there isn’t anything much worse than thinking your braces are coming off and being told that they need to be kept on longer because of an avoidable mistake.
So, if you’re considering braces, let us talk you through the process. We will ensure that you’re up-to-date on all of the new orthodontic tips and tricks to make your time with braces easier, and to make sure that your teeth come out better and healthier than before. Schedule an appointment today!
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