Cosmetic Dentistry Glendale AZ deals with enhancing your smile and improving the condition of your teeth. Wearing braces is part of this specialized field of dentistry. Braces are part of orthodontic treatments and are a crucial investment in your future. It is important that when you wear braces, you need to pay special attention to your teeth and gums.
If you take a good look at your braces, you can see that there are many brackets and wires that make up the braces. These brackets and wires are a trap for food particles to get stuck in. It is also a hiding ground for plaque. What this means to you is that you are at a higher risk of tooth decay and gum conditions.
The two things that you need to factor into your dental care routine are teeth cleaning and your diet. If you do not keep your teeth and the brackets of your braces clean and particle and plaque free, you can cause permanent damage to the enamel of your teeth.
When it comes to your diet, there are two things that you should avoid and they are acidic foods and soft drinks. These two items will lead to tooth enamel damage when they are frequently consumed. For instance, you should stay away from cherries, apples, oranges, peaches, plums, fruit drinks, soft drinks, pickles, tomatoes, salsa and BBQ sauce. These foods and drinks all have a high acid content.
When it comes to brushing your teeth, be sure to choose a fluoride toothpaste as well as a soft toothbrush. You want to brush your teeth at a 45 degree angle and brush along the gum line in a circular motion. You want to be sure that you brush each tooth and spend a few seconds on each tooth. Gently brush your braces and be certain that you get underneath the wires. When you are done with this process, your braces and your teeth should be clean and shiny.
Within the last decade, there has been a huge interest in cosmetic dentistry. The office of Feldhake & Associates offers you and your family complete dental care. You can contact their Glendale office at 623-931-8898 for more information.
