How to Clean Your Braces

Braces take special care to keep them clean. Unlike regular tooth brushing, braces need cleaning every time after eating anything. Otherwise, when the mouth is open, it is like looking into a garbage pail of discarded food. That is not a pretty sight, so with braces brush often.

Plaque

Another concern with having braces is plaque. Plaque is a sticky substance, which went left on the teeth, makes a perfect place for bacteria to grow. These bacteria cause cavities to develop and bad breath. Because braces create more places for plaque to collect, it is important to brush teeth more frequently when wearing braces.

Decalcifications

Decalcifications are lines and white spots that form around the edges of the braces. They develop from lack of brushing properly. Once formed, the stains on the teeth stay visible for life. To make sure decalcifications do not occur, brush frequently.

Be Selective of the Foods Eaten

Some foods are harder to clean from braces than others are. Peanut butter is a good example. Spinach and blueberries are other examples. It is a good idea to eat foods that are not so hard to remove from braces. In addition, it is better to avoid sugary sodas, coffee, or any drinks that have the potential to stain the teeth. In this way, patches of discoloration on the teeth are not visible upon removal of the braces.

Tips

Here are some great tips on how to clean braces quickly, easily, and effectively. A good job is when teeth are clean and braces have that wonderful gleaming metal shine.

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1) Rinse first with a mouth rinse or water if you do not have any rinse.

2) Use special dental floss brushes to remove any remaining food particles stuck in the braces.

3) A soft toothbrush with end-rounded bristles works well for braces. Change it about every two or three months, maybe more frequently if worn down faster by the braces. For best results, use a sonic

toothbrush to help vibrate the plaque from the teeth. Sonic toothbrushes are available in small portable sizes, which are convenient to carry in a pocket or purse.

4) Load the toothbrush with favorite non-whitening toothpaste and brush using a circular motion, not up and down. The reason why not to use a toothpaste with whitening chemicals included is because this would leave visible brown spots on the teeth, where the braces were attached, when the braces are later removed. Brush for a complete two minutes, moving slowly from one tooth to the next and then to the other side of the mouth.

5) Follow this with a tongue scrubber to clean the tongue. Moreover, make sure to brush the roof of the mouth as well.

6) Rinse with water.

7) Flossing with braces on, presents a challenge because the wires connecting the teeth get in the way. One tool that helps is floss-threader. This device passes between the teeth and pulls the floss behind it.

When the floss is between the teeth, you should floss normally. It is better than regular flossing to use a powered water-spray flossing system. It does the job faster and more effectively. Run the high-pressure water spray between all the teeth to remove hidden plaque under the gum line. This also stimulates the gums to keep them healthy.

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8) Use a mouthwash rinse to make sure breath is fresh.

9) Smile in the mirror, to double-check and confirm that everything looks great.

10) Be sure to do an extra thorough cleaning and brushing at night before going to sleep.

Taking special care of teeth while wearing braces requires more attention.

Nevertheless, this added effort is worth the results, when the dentist ultimately removes braces to reveal a perfect smile.