Follow this helpful advice to keep your smile healthy with braces.
Just because you have braces doesn’t mean that you can let your dental hygiene fall by the wayside. In fact, your oral care practices are now more important than ever to keep your teeth healthy and free from decay once our Upper East Side, NY orthodontist and dental team have placed your braces.
Here are some useful tips for keeping your smile in tip-top shape while wearing braces,
Take Your Time
When it comes to brushing and flossing your teeth it’s important to be patient, as these habits will take a little more time now that you have braces. If you are currently looking for a toothbrush that can offer an ultimate clean opt for a regular soft-bristled toothbrush, or use an orthodontic toothbrush, which has v-shaped bristles to make it easier to remove plaque from between teeth and braces.
Brush After Eating
Once you get braces our orthodontist here in the Upper East Side wants to make sure that you properly care for your smile to keep your teeth and gums healthy. One way to do this is to brush your teeth after every meal. You should also limit snacks, as snacking throughout the day can increase plaque buildup. Make sure to bring a travel toothbrush with you so you can brush your teeth even on the go.
Floss Every Day
You may think that wearing braces prevents you from needing to floss your teeth but think again. Flossing is just as important for removing plaque and food from between teeth and the gum line. While traditional floss may not be the best way to clean around your braces, threader floss is perfect for patients with braces. Still not sure how to floss with braces? Follow these helpful tips!
Visit Your Dentist Regularly
Throughout the course of your treatment you will need to come into our Upper East Side, NY, office every four weeks so that our orthodontist can follow-up with you and make sure that your treatment is going according to plan. We will also take this time to make sure that you are keeping your teeth clean while wearing braces and offer up any advice or suggestions for how to improve your oral care routine.
Our orthodontists and team of dental experts at Upper East Smiles in Upper East Side, NY, is here to provide children, teens and adults with the orthodontic treatment they need for beautiful, healthier smiles. If you have questions about braces or any of the services we offer, give us a call today at (646) 864-1808.