Braces: How to Care for Your Teeth While Wearing Them

BEING CAREFUL ABOUT YOUR TEETH WHEN YOU HAVE BRACES

The food and plaque that accumulates on braces, wires, and rubber bands should be brushed away immediately after each meal or snack. If you'd like, we might suggest a toothbrush that's V-shaped to accommodate your braces. An interdental toothbrush, which is narrow enough to fit between each bracket, is another option to explore.

FLOSSING

Flossing your teeth at least once a day is critical to your oral health, whether or not you have braces. With braces, flossing is a lot more difficult, so you'll want to consult with us about the proper technique. Using a floss threader, you'll be able to thread the floss between the wires of each bracket. Use a water flosser to remove food and plaque from your teeth and braces with a little stream of water.

What to do after getting braces for your teeth

There is no better feeling than finally being free of braces after wearing them for so long. Seeing your gorgeous, straight smile after years of wearing braces is a wonderful feeling. There are, however, a number of crucial activities you can take to ensure that your smile is in peak condition.

Fluffing and scrubbing

It may seem simple, but brushing and flossing are just as vital now as they were when you had braces. There is no excuse for not brushing or flossing your teeth because you no longer need special equipment. In order to maintain a beautiful and healthy smile, brush and floss your teeth at least twice every day.

RETAINERS

You'll want to keep your teeth in the same place as soon as you get them there. Wearing your retainer all day every day is the most effective method. Depending on your circumstances, you may be advised to wear it while you aren't eating, or solely at night by our office. Regardless, this is a critical step that should not be overlooked. Having your braces on for years just to have your teeth shift back to their original position is the pits. Your retainer will help you keep your teeth in the position you want them to remain in.

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Whitening your teeth may be the only method to further enhance your newly straightened smile. We'd be happy to help you choose the best way to whiten your new straight grin.

IN THE END

Maintaining proper dental hygiene while wearing braces might be difficult, but it is extremely important for your overall health and well-being — and even after your braces are gone. Get in touch with our office now to learn more about brushing and flossing your teeth and how braces play a role in this equation!