Eating Habits A careful orthodontic patient can eat almost any food and not damage their braces. However, there are certain types of food that may cause trouble. Please use common sense, or if you are in doubt, ask us about a particular food you enjoy eating. Avoid Eating: Hard Foods Sticky and/or Chewy Foods Food …
Within 4-7 days, elastic separators will create sufficient room between your teeth for orthodontic bands or an appliance! Please avoid chewy and sticky foods which might dislodge these separators. Brushcarefully and avoid use of dental floss in these areas temporarily while they are inplace. Occasionally teeth become slightly tender after separators are placed. If you …
The Expander appliance we inserted into your mouth is non-removable and is designed to expand (widen) the palate. Its purpose is to correct a crossbite, thus improving the way your top and bottom teeth meet. The “key” that we gave you fits into the center of the appliance. After inserting it into the hole push …
DO’S: Insert and remove appliances VERY CAREFULLY. Wear appliances at home and while sleeping for 12 hours a day. Further instructions will be given if necessary. Remove appliances whenever eating. After brushing your teeth, ALSO BRUSH the appliance in this manner: Hold the appliance in the palm of your hand. Use room temperature water, and …
The adhesive used to attach the braces to your teeth cures rapidly, but takes twenty-four (24) hours to completely cure. You can eat any time after leaving our office, however, we ask that you remember the list of foods that may be harmful to your braces. Until you become accustomed to eating with your new …
