Taking Care of Your Braces

Posted by Ladera Orthodontics on June 10th, 2021

Braces are getting more common these days. While some people, given their teeth alignment, need it, other people use it as a fashion accessory.

Either way, taking care of braces is foremost to keep good oral hygiene. Most people are quick to forget the orthodontist's instruction, which might lead to some problems with the braces. This article will hopefully remind you how to take good care of braces.

Food to avoid
When you get Braces in San Juan Capistrano the first restrictions are about what you can eat and what you cannot. Eating any wrong type of food can damage your braces and teeth. So the first thing is to know what is safe to eat.

What you can eat-
1.Dairy items - soft cheese, yogurt, pudding.

2.Bread - muffins (no nuts), soft cakes.

3.Soft grains - pasta, rice.

4.Soft-cooked meats - luncheon meat, poultry.

5.Seafood - Fish, crab cakes.

6.Vegetables - boiled and mashed potatoes and greens.

7.Soft fruits - banana, juice.

8.Desserts - ice cream without nuts, jellies, milkshake.

What you cannot eat-

1.Sticky foods - caramel-based candies.

2.Hard foods - nuts, candies.

3.Crunchy items - popcorn, wafers.

4.Biting fruits - carrot, radish, apples.

5.Rubbery food items - licorice, chewing gums.

General care of Braces
Other than the food, more factors determine the overall good health and shape of your oral braces. Taking these steps is as vital as choosing the right food to eat. Here is how you can confirm a great braces care -

1.Toothbrush- As the braces offer more ground to food items to get stuck, choosing the right type of brush is paramount. A toothbrush with soft bristles and head can reach the tough to reach areas of teeth and braces so that you can clean them comprehensively.

2.Brushing technique- Right brushing technique coupled with a correct toothbrush can do wonders for your oral hygiene. With braces, brushing your teeth is not an easy task. Here is a summarized version of the proper technique.

a.Brush along the gum lining first while keeping the toothbrush at 45 degrees angle towards your gums.

b.Keep an upward angle to clean the bottom of your braces and downward for cleaning the top.

c.Whenever possible, brush your teeth after every meal.

3.Flossing- Flossing your teeth ensures a deeper cleaning. There are some small gaps between your teeth where the bristles cannot reach, but a floss can.

4.Braces can make flossing a bit difficult. So you can prefer interdental brushes for the same effect as floss tape.

Braces can come in many types, and if your teeth need braces in Mission Viejo, the best clinic for this service is Ladera Orthodontics.

They use the latest technologies available in the medical industry to make your braces treatment comfortable. If you want Braces in San Juan Capistrano, they offer this service there, too. Contact them and book an appointment.

Jacob Martin is the author of this article. To know more about Coto De Caza Orthodontist please visit our website: laderaortho.com