Even though your braces are made of durable materials they are not invincible. Since braces come with a price, it’s important that you know how to properly care for them to ensure that your treatment will go as planned. If you don’t care for your braces your treatment can get delayed causing you to get frustrated, disappointed and to mention the inconvenience. To avoid these from happening, you must know how to properly care for your braces Coral Springs.
Don’t ever be tempted to cave in to your cravings of hard and chewy foods like candies, taffies, apples, and carrots as these can potentially destroy your braces by causing your wires to snap and your rubber bands to break. Other foods that you should avoid while under orthodontic treatment are popcorn, beef jerky, tacos, and chips. It’s also a big no-no to chew on pencils, nails, and pens.
Consuming sugary and starchy foods will not directly affect your braces but it will cause bacteria in your mouth to form a sticky substance called plaque to accumulate on your teeth and around your brackets. When plaque is not removed it can turn into stubborn tartar and when tartar isn’t removed it can cause cavities, tooth decay, and gum disease. When dental issues arise while you’re on braces your orthodontist will make adjustments to your treatment plan delaying the outcome.
With our without braces, it is important that you brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes. It’s also necessary that you floss to remove trapped food. Brushing and flossing while you’re on braces are important to keep cavities and tooth decay away.
To get the best results to be committed to caring for your braces Coral Springs. At TLC Dental & Orthodontics, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life while restoring self-assurance, rebuilding confident smiles, and encouraging both dental and medical wellness. Call us today for an appointment.
