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The
beginning of a new school year is always an exciting time…but now, with the
popularity of social media, going back to school is more exciting than ever! The
updates, the hash tags, the likes the sharing…and let’s not forget the selfies.
Whether you’re in middle school or college, you all know, back to school
selfies are everywhere!
How does your selfie hold up when compared to the
millions online? Are you proud of your smile? Does it show in each and every
selfie you take? If you’re worried about flashing your pearly whites, one reason
just might be…those pearl whites of yours aren’t so pearly.
Well worry no more,
because, as always…the team at Lenz Orthodontics is here to help.
If you are currently
in orthodontic treatment, you may have noticed that it is a little harder to
keep your teeth clean with braces, as food gets caught in the brackets and
in between your teeth. Brushing and flossing after meals will help prevent plaque
from forming and should become part of your daily schedule.
Here are a few things
you need to know to make brushing a little easier while wearing braces.
Arm Yourself With Proper
Tools
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| Proper Oral Hygiene Tools |
When shopping
for a manual toothbrush you will notice they are labeled either “extra soft,” “soft,”
“medium,” or “hard.” Soft or extra soft toothbrushes are your best option when
brushing with braces. However, you could also go electric. Electronic
toothbrushes clean teeth more effectively than traditional Soft Bristle
toothbrushes. And since you don't need to brush as hard with an electric
toothbrush to get the same results…you are less likely to injure your gums or
inner cheeks.
Get Back to Basics
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Get prepared before brushing your teeth…take
off elastics and/or any other removable parts of your orthodontic appliance. Use
your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to clean around the wires and pins of your
braces. Brush from the top of each wire and then from the bottom, taking time
to ensure that all plaque and debris is removed. Clean each tooth individually. Apply gentle pressure as you move in a circular motion. Use the same brushing
action on all outer and inner tooth surfaces.
Check Yourself
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Remember to see
your dentist twice a year for your regular dental cleanings. Regular
dental visits are essential for the maintenance of healthy teeth and gums. But regular dentist visits can do more than keep your smile attractive...when your mouth is healthy, chances are your overall health is good, too.
We all know that
good oral hygiene is important...but the fact is, a healthy mouth will make you
feel more confident about your smile. Be sure to brush your teeth after each
meal and carry floss with you...just in case. And now that your smile is nice
and bright, go…go and take that selfie. Pin, post, tweet, snap, tag, check and share.
You look amazing!
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