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This page will serve as a handy reference to help you do your part in developing attractive teeth and a healthy smile. Parts of Braces It is essential for you to be able to identify various parts of your braces so that you can communicate with your orthodontist should a problem occur. Click Here to see a complete diagram. Appointments It's vital to keep all of your office appointments. If not properly supervised, braces can adversely move teeth, causing damage or lengthened treatment time. It's also important to:
Brushing and Flossing The Biggest enemy of your teeth is plaque and the most common and effective means of removing plaque from your teeth is regular brushing and flossing.
Success By actively taking part in your treatment, you, your orthodontist and the office staff will develop a mutual confidence, and together you'll advance step-by-step towards your ultimate goal . . . a beautiful, healthy smile. Foods to Avoid Braces are delicate and easily damaged, so what you eat becomes especially important in caring for your appliances. Chewing ice, for example, can really cause a lot of harm. Here are some examples of foods which should be avoided: Sticky Foods Hard Foods It is important to eat a healthy, well-balanced diet, including plenty of fruit and vegetables. Even if some foods are hard and crunchy - an apple, for instance - you can cut them into small pieces. Also remember, unless you can brush immediately afterwards, sugary foods should be avoided. Feelings Your braces may cause some discomfort during the first few days of treatment, and after some subsequent adjustments. There are several thins you can do to minimize this problem:
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