Are you about to embark on the journey of straightening your smile? Congratulations! Although the metal brackets and dark-colored wires do come with some downsides, like some dietary restrictions, you can have the enjoyable treatment you deserve with the right products for braces in your arsenal. Read on to learn a few that patients have found extremely helpful.
#1. A Braces-Friendly Cookbook
After looking at the foods that aren’t permitted, like crunchy breads, raw apples, and peanut brittle, you may be wondering what you can eat. A braces-friendly cookbook can help you find meal options that are both delicious and mouth-healthy. If you’re feeling really festive, you can eat host a cook-off for all of your braces-wearing friends to participate in too!
#2. A Water Flosser
Flossing with braces can be time-consuming. Luckily, there is an alternative to traditional floss: a water flosser. This tool can effectively clear food particles, plaque, and other debris from around your brackets, cutting your flossing time in half.
#3. A Pack of Dental Wax
If the edges of your braces are irritating your cheeks, lips, and gums, you can find immediate relief with dental wax! All you need to do is break off a small piece, roll it in between your clean hands, and place it over the problematic area. Since it’s water-resistant and non-toxic, you can leave it in place until it’s time to complete your oral hygiene regimen.
#4. A Soft-Bristled Toothbrush
Does your toothbrush have hard bristles? If so, you may unintentionally be damaging your enamel. To prevent this from happening, it’s important to switch to a soft-bristled one. Whether you choose manual or electric, make sure to brush for two full minutes after each meal (or at least each morning and evening).
#5. A Mini Dental Kit
As mentioned above, brushing your teeth after each meal is ideal. Not only will this keep your braces free from food particles, but it will also lower your chances of developing dental problems, like tooth decay, during your treatment. For ultimate convenience, get a mini dental kit to keep on hand, complete with a travel-sized toothbrush, toothpaste, and mouthwash.
Adjusting to braces can be, well, an adjustment. Luckily, the beautiful results will make it well worth it. Plus, the above products can make life with braces much simpler and more enjoyable!
About the Practice
At Simply Orthodontics, we are proud to have two exceptional orthodontists leading our team: Dr. Sam Alkhoury and Dr. Barrett Nordstrom. With our talented team at their side, they live out their passion for helping nearby patients achieve their best smiles. They truly enjoy transforming smiles, and they want the entire experience to be as seamless and enjoyable as possible. So, if you have a question about getting braces or are ready to schedule an appointment, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team via our website or by phone at (860) 774-2008.