How to Care For Braces (Braces Maintenance)?

Braces can help you correct many teeth problems. You may have overlapping teeth or teeth with space between them. Braces are also used to correct teeth that have come up in the wrong place. The good thing about braces is that you know that they will eventually have to come off, giving you a straight smile. Until then, you will have to take proper care to ensure they do their job well.

At Vakani Orthodontics, we have helped thousands of people benefit from braces in Stuart, Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, Vero Beach, Palm Bay, and the surrounding areas.

Here are some tips on how to care for your braces. You may also watch our full video, where Dr. Arvind Vakani and Dr. Kevin Vakani talk about properly caring for braces.

Use an Oral Irrigator or WaterPik

Use an oral irrigator to remove the food particles and plaque that cannot be removed by brushing and flossing. The system emits water at moderate pressure to dislodge plaque, food, and bacteria from the braces, teeth, and gums.

Brush Properly

Proper brushing can remove most of the debris from your braces and teeth. Follow these tips to get the most out of brushing:

Floss Properly

You must floss daily and make sure to floss under the wires. If you find it hard, make use of a floss threader along with regular floss. There are also specially designed stiff-tipped floss for those who wear braces.

Follow these tips when flossing to get the best results:

Avoid Some Types of Foods

You can take most of the foods when you wear braces. However, caring for your braces means that you should consult your orthodontist to learn about the foods you must avoid. As a simple rule, avoid most of the food that has the following characteristics:

Avoid sugary drinks and foods, as they can cause decay and stain around the brackets. Such stains can become permanent and will be readily noticeable when the braces are removed. This can completely undo the very purpose of wearing the braces – improving your smile.

If you want to care properly for your braces, you should regularly visit your orthodontist.

This is an essential step in taking care of your braces and getting more out of this treatment option. If you want to know more about braces and other similar orthodontic treatments, feel free to contact us at Vakani Orthodontics. You may call us at 772-287-8415 or send us a message using our Online Form.