Best Ways to Take Care of Teeth with Braces

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Best Ways to Take Care of Teeth with Braces
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Fix Teeth Alignment

• Braces help fix teeth alignment. If you would
  like to straighten crooked teeth or eliminate
  small gaps in between teeth, you may want to
  consider getting this treatment at the dental
  office.
• Its best to talk to your dentist about the best
  dental care solution for your specific needs.
  Note, however, that once you already have braces
  on your mouth, cleaning your teeth may be more
  challenging.

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• Here are more tips on caring for your teeth when
  you have braces

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Focus on Food Debris that may have been Stuck in
your Braces

• Food particles may get trapped in tiny spaces on
  your brackets and even on the wires. Be gentle,
  though, to prevent the metal wires and brackets
  from getting damaged.
• Always use a toothbrush with soft bristles and
  head. Use a mirror as you floss your teeth so you
  can see areas where you need to focus on. Use
  gentle hands and be careful when threading to
  also avoid damaging your teeth and gums.

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Wear Mouthguard if you wish to join Sports
Activities

• Protect your braces by wearing mouthguard if you
  are to participate in a physical activity.
• Its best to consult your dentist about a
  customized mouthguard. Customized mouthguards
  work better than those readily available in
  stores.
• They're specifically designed to fit your mouth
  properly and snugly. They also feel more
  comfortable when worn. Overall, they work better
  too.

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Avoid Sticky and Hard Food

• For the meantime, you may want to avoid sticky
  and hard food. Sticky food may cling onto the
  wires and brackets of your braces.
• Watch out as well if you have the habit of
  chewing on object such as pen or anything hard
  such as ice cubes. Get the help and support of
  your loved ones and family so you can avoid doing
  so.

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Finally, let your Dentist know about any Issues
with your Braces

• Teeth with braces may feel uncomfortable at
  first, but youll be fine once you get used to
  it, which shouldnt take long.
• Be sure to advise your dentist should a bracket
  be removed or if you feel pain in your mouth. If
  a wire is sticking out or a bracket keeps rubbing
  against your gum, your dentist will be able to
  provide you orthodontic wax to cover the sharp
  area.

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Check These Out!

• Take care of your teeth when you have braces with
  these tips. Share them with your friends and
  loved ones too who are also getting dental work
  done on their teeth.
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