Maintaining Braces Las Vegas Orthodontics Part II

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This Christmas tree-shaped brush is specially designed for cleaning between teeth with braces. The brush fits underneath the wires of braces and can clean under them. Make sure you brush in every direction to get the food out of every crevice.

Flossing with braces is also a little more complicated. To start, fit one end under the wire and slide the floss between the teeth. Use gentle motions to loosen the food between the teeth. Be careful not to use too much force or you’ll risk damaging your braces or breaking the floss.

The best way to keep your braces and teeth looking good are to avoid certain categories of particularly destructive food. Below are some examples of food to avoid:
• Tough, hard-to-bite foods (apples, bagels, etc.)
• Chewy, sticky foods (taffy, caramel, gum, etc.)
• Crunchy foods (hard pretzels, popcorn, nuts, etc.)
• Corn on the cob
• Ice

Adult Orthodontics and How It Differs From Teenage Orthodontic Treatments

There are some minor differences with Adult Orthodontics and Teenage Orthodontic Treatments.

A major difference is the length of treatment. The older the person the longer it takes to heal and the more an orthodontist needs to take time and slowly let your mouth heal between tightening appointments.

As a teenager the jaw is apt to adjust easier so that everything fits. When growth stops, then the jaw becomes harder and difficult to adjust.

Orthodontic treatment for adults is very successful and there are many clear braces options that patients can discuss during their orthodontist visits.


For further questions regarding Adult Orthodontics please call (702) 463- 7400.