Taking care of your braces

Taking good care of your braces can help prevent damage to them and to the teeth underneath, as well as making them more comfortable to wear.

Brushing and Flossing: The Basics

Careful cleaning is required with braces, because bacteria can easily become trapped inside and around them.

By following these steps, you can make your daily brushing and flossing both simple and effective.

1. Prepare to brush. Remove elastics and any other removable parts of your orthodontic appliance.
2. Clean your braces. Hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to clean around the wires and pins of your brace. Brush from the top of each wire right down to the bottom. Take your time and make sure that all plaque and debris is removed.
3. Brush your teeth. Clean each tooth individually. Firstly, place your brush at a 45-degree angle to your gum line, then gently apply pressure as you move in a circular motion. Do this for about 10 seconds. Repeat this action on all outer and inner tooth surfaces, tilting the brush as needed to better reach the insides of smaller front teeth.
4. Floss once a day. Have your dental professional show you the best way to floss. Use a flossing product designed for braces and orthodontic work, like a floss threader.
5. Rinse and check your teeth. Rinse thoroughly with water or mouth rinse examining your teeth and braces in a mirror.

Professional Care

You you will need to visit the orthodontist regularly for adjustments to your appliance while you are wearing braces.

It is normal for you to experience some tightness or even a slight amount of pain after a routine orthodontic adjustment. If this discomfort or pain lingers, or becomes extreme, it is a good idea to consult your orthodontist immediately.  In fact, if you have any concerns about your appliances, or any problems with broken parts, bring these to the attention of your orthodontist immediately.

It is also very important that you continue with regular general dental visits while you are undergoing orthodontic treatment. These visits are necessary to spot cavities and signs of gum disease. Your dentist or hygienist may also perform frequent fluoride treatments to provide additional protection to tooth surfaces from decay while you’re wearing braces.

He or she will also monitor your home oral care techniques and make recommendations to you as to what changes should be made. As always, be sure to follow their instructions.

For more information, visit us at Dental house

or

Call us on 01-5378045

Opening April 2016- Aungier Street

Opening Summer 2016- Smithfield Plaza

“Confidence in our care”