Oral Hygiene Brace Care & Emergency Advice – it is VERY IMPORTANT that you read these instructions to maintain a healthy mouth, reduce your treatment time and reduce the risk of permanent staining on your teeth. Brushing Instructions Brush 3 times a day. Brush teeth for 3 minutes each time then brush around and behind the brace […]
Now that you have a removable brace (appliance) you may have some questions you would like answered. Will it be painful? It is likely to be sore for about 3-5 days each time the brace is adjusted. If necessary, painkillers such as the ones you would normally take for a headache, should help – please […]
Your orthodontist has suggested that you need to wear headgear. You may have some questions you would like answered. What is headgear? It is an appliance that can be attached to your top back teeth. It has either a neck strap, head cap or both which connect to a metal bow (facebow) which can be […]
Are you are thinking about having orthodontic treatment as an adult? You might have some questions you would like to ask your orthodontist. A fixed brace can be used to straighten crooked teeth like these: Cleaning Fixed Braces Clear Braces Elastics Will it be painful? It is likely to be sore for about 3-5 days […]
Are you thinking about having orthodontic treatment as an adult? You might have some questions you would like to ask your orthodontist. What can I expect from orthodontic treatment? The benefits of orthodontic treatment can include the following; improving your appearance, including your smile, correction of dental crowding and straightening of your teeth, correction of […]
