Taking proper care of your braces is a big responsibility.   

Keeping your braces clean is necessary to maintain healthy teeth and gums throughout treatment.

Following the food guidelines will prevent loose brackets & broken wires which slow down orthodontic progress.

If you follow these guidelines, we are sure you will end up with a BEAUTIFUL smile!! Please contact our office if you ever have any questions or concerns.

We have found these videos to be helpful in understanding how to properly care for your braces. You must enter a password to view the videos.  

1. Parts of braces

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2. Pain and discomfort (using wax)

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3. Brushing techniques

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4. Flossing (with Superfloss)

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5. Brushing with a Proxabrush

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6. Preventing white spots (decalcification)

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    7. The problem with loose brackets

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8. Foods to avoid

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9. How to wear your rubberbands (Class II)

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10. How to wear your rubberbands (Class III)

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11.Wearing your Retainer

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