Congratulations! Now that your braces are in place, it's essential that you know how to properly care for your braces throughout your entire orthodontic journey.
Eating with Braces
Don't worry, you'll soon be able to eat popcorn and snack on your favorite chips again. But before that, you'll need to take extra care to avoid any food that could damage or break your new appliances, like braces.
Foods You Can Eat With Braces
Dairy Products: Soft Cheese, Pudding , Milk Drinks etc.
Breads: Soft Bread, Pancakes, Nut Free Pastries etc.
Grains: Pasta, Soft Cooked Rice etc.
Meats / Poultry Animals: Soft Cooked Chicken, Meatballs, Meats etc.
Seafood: Tuna, Salmon etc. Shellless Seafood
Vegetables: Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Spinach, Beans etc.
Fruits: Applesauce, Banana, Juice etc.
Treats: Nut Free Ice Cream, Milkshakes, Jelly, Soft Cakes etc.
What Should Not Be Used With Braces Foods
Chewing Foods: Bagels, Candy Etc.
Crispy Foods: Popcorn, Chips, Ice
Sticky Foods: Caramel Candies, Gum, Turkish Delight Etc.
Hard Foods: Nuts, Hard Candies Etc.
Foods That Require Biting: Plums, Apples, Carrots
Fizzy Drinks: Cola, Fanta, Sprite
Pain Caused by Braces and Devices
When you first put on your braces, your mouth and teeth may be a little sensitive or sore. Don't worry, this is completely normal. These pains are of a nature that will continue for a few days and gradually decrease and end. Dissolve a teaspoon of salt in 200-250 ml of warm water to relieve pain. Swish this solution in your mouth for one to two minutes and gargle. If the pain persists after rinsing, you can try taking a pain reliever that you have used before.
It's also not uncommon for your lips, cheeks, and tongue to become irritated for one to two weeks until you get used to braces, brackets, and other mechanics. To reduce sensitivity, you can use patient wax, which you can easily apply with your finger on the braces. candle need Please let us know if you have any problems.
Loose Teeth
Don't worry if your teeth start to loosen up a bit, it's normal! Your braces must first loosen your teeth to put them in the right position. Your teeth will no longer be loose after they have been repositioned.
Loose Wires and Braces (Orthodontic Emergencies)
The wires and brackets on your braces can become loose. In such a case, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can check and repair it. If any part of your device comes off, be sure to save it and bring it to a specialist.
You can temporarily fix the loose wire by using the back of a spoon or toothbrush or the eraser tip of a pencil to carefully and gently push the wire into place.
Caring for Orthodontic Appliances
Damaged appliances can prolong your treatment. Your teeth and jaw can only move to their correct positions if you constantly wear rubber bands, plaques or other appliances recommended by your doctor.
Exercise with Braces
We have great news for athletes! You can even play sports while undergoing orthodontic treatment! It is recommended to wear a mouthguard to protect your teeth and device, especially if you are doing a close contact sport. Let us know if you need help finding the right mouthguard for the best protection.
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