Having braces is a serious commitment toward a healthier, more confident smile — but the relationship between you and your braces doesn’t end when the brackets go on. Proper care for your braces is essential for successful treatment and great results. If you are in orthodontic treatment with New Canaan dental braces, then knowing the right care routine will help make the difference in how well your treatment progresses.

The Importance of Keeping Braces Clean
Braces and other orthodontic appliances work by exerting a gentle force that takes place through a long process to move your teeth into a better position. But, left uncared for, braces can accumulate food, plaque and bacteria, resulting in issues like cavities, gum disease and, some studies have suggested, setbacks in treatment. Keep your treatment on track Your oral health and treatment progress are protected.

Cleaning your Braces on a Daily Basis
It’s even more crucial to brush and floss while you have braces on. Food debris tends to get stuck between brackets and wires and can lead to plaque accumulation.

Brush with a fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled toothbrush after any meal. Position the brush at a 45-degree angle to reach between the brackets and beneath the wires while you clean.

Clean between brackets and behind your wires — even brush behind your wires — with an interdental brush or a proxy brush.

Use a floss threader or orthodontic flosser to floss once a day between the wires and the teeth.

Foods to Avoid with Braces
Some foods can damage your brackets and wires or make it difficult to keep your teeth clean. It turns out some foods you eat are actually foods to avoid during treatment.

Foods that are hard (for example, nuts, popcorn, and ice)
Stickier products like pick and place gum, caramel or chewy candies
Crunchy munchies (crackers, chips, hard taco shells)
Slice the fruits down into chunks or chunks of the same length in the case of topping whole Chunks
Protecting Your Braces
If you play sports or have a physical hobby, you need to be using a mouth guard. It guards your braces, as well as your mouth, from potential injury. Inquire with your orthodontist about a mouthguard that is customized to size around your braces.

Partnering with Your Orthodontist
Regular visits are an important part of brace care. During those visits, your orthodontist will make sure everything’s working as it should be, adjust as needed, and inspect for any problems. If you are currently in treatment with braces in New Canaan, Ridgefield Orthodontics professionals are proud to provide you with a individualized care and expert assistance at each step of the way.

Conclusion
Though it may feel like a hassle at times, caring for your braces now means you’ll have a lifetime of a healthy and beautiful smile to thank for the effort. With the right hygiene regimen, avoiding damaging foods and working with your orthodontist, you can stay on track for your dream smile.

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