If you are wearing dental braces, it’s important to keep your teeth and gums healthy during treatment. So, to help your teeth straightening process go as successfully as possible, we offer some top tips for keeping your oral health in great shape whilst you are wearing braces.
- Maintain a good oral health routine
This goes without saying, but it’s important to keep on top of your oral health regime after you have had braces fitted. It may feel a little bit sore and uncomfortable in the early stages, but it’s vital to maintain a high standard of oral hygiene regime throughout treatment. So, make sure to brush your teeth after every meal and to use inter-dental picks to clear any lingering food debris. It is always advisable to carry a toothbrush with you.
- Drink as much water as you like!
It’s only natural that patients who wear dental braces tend to find that food can become lodged in their fittings after meals. Drinking plenty of water is perfect remedy for this and offers an ideal way of cleansing the mouth and shifting food debris. Cleaning your braces and preventing the build-up of plaque is an important factor in successful tooth straightening treatment and drinking plenty of Water really does help!
- Make sure to keep your orthodontist appointments
Follow up sessions with your orthodontist are an essential part of successful tooth straightening treatment. A check-up will normally last between 10 to 30 minutes depending on the state of your brace at the time of your visit. This also gives your orthodontist plenty of time to check on the progress of your treatment, identify potential issues, and assess the overall condition of your teeth and gums.
To find out more about the teeth straightening treatments offered by Dulwich Orthodontic Centre, please call our friendly team on 020 8265 9797.