Things To Do Before Your Braces Are Fitted

Posted by: Orthodontic Gallery

Once you get braces, your teeth won’t return to how they were before. Your smile will be different, which is cool! This means some changes are coming, and you might have some questions.

You’re starting a journey to make your smile look better and keep your teeth healthy. So, it’s a time to celebrate! Whether you’re getting regular braces, ceramic (tooth-coloured), lingual (behind the teeth) braces or other dental devices, there are things to know about getting ready for braces.

Be Mentally Prepared

It’s totally normal to feel a bit nervous before getting braces. But you can calm those nerves by researching more and more. Read about what other people have experienced with braces and what you can expect.

This will help you feel more prepared for your appointment and understand the process as well as the purpose of the brace treatment.

Avoid Food That Is Discouraged During Braces

Certain foods like candies, chewing gum, toffee and nuts can harm your braces. These foods can cause problems and you will need to see your orthodontist more often.

Start avoiding these foods a few weeks before getting braces. This way, you won’t want to eat them while wearing braces.

Become Used To Optimal Oral Hygiene

You should have enough toothpaste, mouthwash, floss, and tools like interdental toothbrushes floss threaders or orthodontic flossers. These will help you clean around your braces where it’s hard to reach.

One super useful tip: Get a small oral care kit ready before you get your braces. This kit should have a toothbrush, small toothpaste, and a safe toothpick. It’s handy when you’re out to clean your braces and keep your breath fresh quickly.

Braces Cleaning Kit

Get Cavities Filled or Relevant Work Done

You can get braces without fixing cavities, but treating them first is smarter. This avoids pain and problems. If you have cavities when discussing braces, the orthodontist will guide you.

They might also suggest dealing with other dental issues before braces, like removing wisdom teeth, to prevent interference with the treatment.

Do A Deep Clean Before The Appointment

Before you get braces, it’s important to get into the habit of brushing and flossing your teeth for a few weeks.

When you start wearing braces, your teeth and gums should be as healthy as possible. Clean teeth will help the braces stick well. Once your braces are on, maintain good oral hygiene, including fluoride products, to ensure everything stays in good condition.

Conclusion

Orthodontic Gallery serves Barkingside, Chigwell, Woodford, and Wanstead. We provide friendly, top-quality care, offering various braces, including the Invisalign system.

Our comprehensive solutions excel beyond general dentists’ offerings. Start with a free consultation and iTero Scan for an instant smile preview. We have Student and Family Discounts, plus 5% off for upfront payments.