Patients in Treatment
Eating
It is likely your teeth will be tender for a few days after appointments, so eat soft food during this time.
Oral Hygiene
Good brushing is essential when braces are fitted. You will be shown correct brushing techniques when the braces are fitted.
Parts of the braces
What to do if you have a breakage
Fixed braces are normally quite robust - they have to be able to withstand the hammering that they get in the mouth!
Pain
Most patients require time to adjust to the feeling of their new braces.
Retention
The retention phase of treatment is vital as the retainers hold the teeth in their corrected positions while the tissues adjust to changes.