Braces

The main prerequisite for achieving the desired result of orthodontic treatment, namely clean, healthy, and well-aligned teeth, is maintaining good oral hygiene during treatment. Poor hygiene invariably leads to a number of negative effects. Braces and the materials used to fix them do not damage the teeth. Food and microorganisms that cause tooth decay do not get trapped under them. Problems arise when food gets stuck around the braces, which is inevitable, and is not cleaned. When the patient does not remove these food residues, the risk of tooth decay increases significantly.

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Here are our tips for proper oral hygiene for patients with orthodontic appliances:

• It is advisable to rinse your mouth with water after every meal to remove larger food debris between your teeth and around your braces.
• Basically, teeth should be cleaned with fluoride toothpaste twice a day (morning and evening). Use a soft toothbrush held at a 45-degree angle to the tooth surface, starting from the space between the arch and the gum line.
• it is advisable to use mouthwash
• To clean the interdental surfaces, it is advisable to use dental floss.
• Interdental brushes are used to clean the spaces between the arch, teeth, and braces.
• Professional cleaning is performed by the attending physician once every 6 months.
• With removable appliances, in addition to cleaning your teeth, it is also necessary to carefully clean the appliance with a hard brush and soap, and it is advisable to use enzyme tablets once a week.