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Orthodontics
Orthodontics or orthodontics is one of the modern medical treatments that deals with the treatment of various dental and jaw problems such as: protruding jaws, crowding teeth, and it is divided into four types: unstable orthodontics, which is one of the most used types and is characterized by ease of movement, fixed orthodontics, and metal orthodontics, which are It is usually used for children, and the cosmetic orthodontic that contributes to cosmetic dentistry, and it is usually installed by a specialized doctor, and there are many instructions that must be followed when taking care of it, and this is what we will mention in this article.
How to care for braces
Cleaning teeth
- Brushing the teeth daily, with a toothbrush and toothpaste.
- Using the contact brush, which is usually used to clean the parts of the braces.
- Flossing the teeth, and it can be used by inserting its tip into the space of the upper part of the tooth near the gum, then moving it from back to front, and this method helps to clean the tooth socket from the inside.
- Not to use violence while brushing the teeth, and it is preferable not to press or tighten them forcefully, because this leads to the break of the metal wire that connects the teeth.
- Clean and sterilize your orthodontics permanently, especially when going outside the home.
- Rinse the mouth with a solution of water and salt on a daily basis, to remove the dirt on the calendar.
- Avoid touching the teeth with the hand, so that the braces are not broken.
- Teeth brushing with fluoride solution.
doctor consultation
- Use of dental wax, but after consulting a doctor.
- Consult a doctor if you feel pain in the teeth.
- Follow-up to the doctor first-hand to ensure the correctness of the calendar.
Eat healthy foods
- Eat soft, easy-to-chew foods.
- Eat foods slowly, so it is best to chew them for at least ten times before swallowing them.
- Avoid eating spicy and salty foods, or crunchy foods.
- You can eat cold foods that help maintain orthodontics, such as: ice cream and frozen yogurt.
- Avoid eating nuts or solid foods, as they lead to breakage.
- Eat moderate amounts of sugar.
- Avoid eating gum, as it sticks to the calendar.
Orthodontic features
- Getting rid of protruding jaws.
- Treatment of speech problems and stuttering, especially in children.
- Maintaining the health of the tissues surrounding the mouth.
- Get rid of dental pain.
- Improving the general appearance of the teeth.
- Treating various gum problems.
- Prevention of food accumulation inside the teeth.
Orthodontic damage
- The appearance of white spots on the teeth, thus losing the enamel layer.
- Feeling of pain while eating, especially in the early days of its composition.
- A bad smell comes out from the mouth, due to the difficulty of cleaning the teeth completely.
- Difficulty swallowing food, especially solid foods.
