Dos
- Do try to take small mouthfuls when eating. If you put too much food in your mouth at one time, you could run the risk of damaging your braces.
- Do brush after EVERY meal, including snacks. This is very important as otherwise plaque can build up and cause cavities.
- Do use disclosing tablets. These can help you identify which parts of your teeth need some extra brushing.
- Do floss. This may seem odd as surely you can't floss with braces on your teeth? The answer is you can, and we'll show you how.
- Do attend all of your appointments with both your dentist and your orthodontist during your treatment time. This is important for the success of your treatment.
Don'ts
- Don't eat hard or sticky food as this can break your braces. See our guide on eating with braces.
- Don't bite your nails. This habit can cause your braces to break, which could lengthen your treatment time. Avoid chewing on the ends of pens and pencils too.
- Don't try to fix your braces by yourself if they have broken. Book an emergency appointment ASAP and use orthodontic wax to cover any sharp edges until your orthodontist can see you.
- Don't play with your braces. Once you get used to wearing them, which should only take a few days, leave them to do their job. This will help ensure your treatment stays on track.
- Play sport, particularly contact sport, without wearing a mouthguard to protect your braces.
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One of our Treatment Coordinators, all of whom are specially trained to assess and discuss your treatment options. They are happy to see you online for a virtual consultation or in the clinic.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
- We'll listen to you as you explain what you'd like to achieve from treatment.
- We will take a look at your mouth, teeth and smile to assess your orthodontic needs.
- We will explain all your treatment options and get some photos of your teeth. We may also take x-rays if we are seeing you for a consultation in the clinic, at no cost.
- Our orthodontist will create a bespoke treatment plan just for you.