Most Asked Questions About Braces and Orthodontic Treatment

What Are the Most Frequently Asked Questions When Starting Orthodontic Treatment? Contents Braces treatment is effective in having healthy and aesthetic teeth

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Braces treatment is one of the effective ways to have healthy and aesthetic teeth. During the treatment process, we need to make some restrictions in our daily lives. Oral hygiene is the key point of orthodontic treatment and directly affects the course of treatment. 

The most popular question in orthodontic treatment is "How long will my treatment last? ". The answer to this question depends on the care and discipline given to the treatment. Below you can find the questions you are wondering about with detailed explanations. 

 

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What Should Be Done to Speed Up Braces Treatment?

  • Not to break the bracket, not to tear it
  • Effective teeth brushing (at least 3 times a day)
  • Attend appointments regularly
  • Paying attention to the doctor's recommendations

 

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What Happens When There's a Lack of Brushing Teeth?

  • The gums become inflamed and begin to bleed and hurt
  • Inflamed fluids flowing from the gums damage bracket adhesives
  • Dental tartar begins to form around the bracket and the tooth, and the resulting tartar causes swelling in the gums
  • Dental stones clinging to the teeth cause permanent discoloration and caries formation.would happen
  • The result of all these problems means a LONG orthodontic treatment period

 

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Which Foods and Drinks Should Be Avoided During Braces Treatment?

  • Hard, seeded, shelled and sticky foods should not be preferred
    • Hard and Nuts (Hazelnuts, Peanuts, Almonds, Walnuts )
    • Foods with seeds ( Plums, Cherries, Olives )
    • Sticky foods (Gum, Dried Fruit, Date)
    • Hard foods such as Toast, Chips or Pizza Side
    • Popcorn
    • Hard Fruits – Vegetables (Carrot, Quince etc.)
    • Fried and hardened meats, Meats with bones
  • Acidicand sugary drinks 
  • Biting and plucking with the front teeth should be avoided (even on soft foods)
  • Plate-style dishes should be preferred and consumed in small bites using fork and knife
  • Last Updated: March 2, 2023