Braces are key to achieving a straighter, healthier smile, whether you’re a teenager or an adult. Proper care is essential for ensuring effective treatment and maintaining optimal oral health throughout your orthodontic journey.

Here are valuable tips to help you take care of your braces:

  1. Practice Good Oral Hygiene:
    • Brush your teeth after every meal using a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. Pay special attention to cleaning around the brackets and wires of your braces.
    • Floss at least once a day to remove food particles and plaque from between your teeth and around the braces. Use a floss threader or orthodontic floss for easier cleaning.
    • Consider using an interdental brush to reach difficult areas around your braces and under wires.
  2. Avoid Certain Foods:
    • Stay away from sticky, chewy, or hard foods that can damage your braces or get stuck in them. Examples include caramel, gum, popcorn, nuts, and hard candies.
    • Cut crunchy fruits and vegetables like apples and carrots into small, bite-sized pieces to minimize the risk of damaging your braces.
  3. Protect Your Braces During Physical Activities:
    • Wear a mouthguard during sports or activities where there’s a risk of mouth impact to protect your braces and teeth from injury. As your orthodontist, we can provide a custom-fitted mouthguard for optimal protection.
    • Avoid habits like chewing on pencils, pens, or fingernails, as these can bend wires or break brackets.
  4. Attend Regular Orthodontic Appointments:
    • Keep up with scheduled orthodontic appointments for adjustments and check-ups. As your orthodontist, we will monitor your progress and make necessary adjustments to your treatment plan.
    • Contact our office promptly if you experience any issues or discomfort with your braces between appointments.
  5. Follow Dr. Rajasekaran’s Instructions:
    • Listen to Dr. Raj’s advice and follow the given instructions carefully. This may include wearing elastics or other appliances as directed, maintaining good oral hygiene, and adhering to dietary restrictions.
  6. Be Patient and Consistent:
    • Orthodontic treatment requires time, so remain patient and trust the process. Consistently following Dr. Raj’s recommendations will ensure the best outcome for your treatment.
    • Remember, the temporary inconvenience of braces leads to lifelong benefits, including improved oral health and a confident smile.

By following these tips and practicing good oral hygiene, you can keep your braces in great condition and stay on track with your orthodontic treatment. If you have any questions or concerns about brace care, feel free to contact our office  at (905) 425-3005 for advice and support!