Your metal wire and bracket braces represent a serious investment in improving the form and function of your mouth. Damage to your braces can lengthen the amount of time you have to need to wear them.

Sticky foods and gum can get stuck in your braces causing damage or even breaking something loose. You should also try to avoid eating crunchy foods, hard candy and chewing on things like pens, pencils and ice.

Let your orthodontist know in advance if you are going take part in any contact sports. Your mouth and your braces can be damaged by blows to the head and face. A custom mouth guards can be designed to protect your mouth while still offering comfort and breathability.

Be sure to brush and floss at least twice a day. If you have trouble using floss you might want to buy a floss threader. Interdental brushes can also help you clean food particles and plaque from some of the hard to reach places.

If you have questions or you are due for your next adjustment, please feel free to call us at [phone] to schedule your next appointment.

Did you know, many people suffer from gum disease and don’t know they have it, until sever damage occurs? Gum disease is an infection that targets your gum tissue that supports your teeth. In most cases, gum disease is painless and hard to detect at first. That is why keeping regular dental appointments are necessary so your dentist can detect gum disease and reverse it before serious damage like tooth loss, or bone deterioration occurs.

Understanding the warning signs of gum disease could help you detect if you have gum disease. Warning signs of gum disease include:

• persistent bad breath or bad taste
• gums that bleed easily
• red, swollen, or tender gums
• gums that pull away from the teeth
• loose teeth

The good news about gum disease is it can easily be reversed and prevented with proper habits. These habits include keeping up with your brushing and flossing habits regularly. This will help keep plaque and bacteria away from your gums so your smile stays clean. Checking in with your dentist regularly will also have a huge effect on fighting away gum disease.

If you have any of these signs or symptoms of gum disease, please contact your dentist right away. Your dentist can address or answer any questions or concerns you have pertaining to your oral care. So, call us today and schedule an appointment. Let us give you a healthy smile you can truly love this holiday season.

Food helps to keep both your body and teeth healthy. Though many foods strengthen and rebuild tooth enamel, some have the opposite effect. Here are ten foods and drinks you should avoid if you want to keep your teeth healthy.

Sticky Foods: Sticky foods like candies and dried fruits can linger on teeth, which gives plaque bacteria plenty of sugar to create acids from for a longer period of time.
Potato Chips: Chips and other foods that crunch are high in starches which tend to get trapped in your teeth.
Soda: This is high in both sugar and acid. Additionally, colored sodas can stain your teeth if you drink them frequently.
Hard Candies: These contain a lot of sugar, increasing the risk for tooth decay. Since they are hard, they may also chip or break a tooth.
Coffee: This drink can stain teeth, has added sugars, and contains caffeine that dries out the mouth (increasing your risk for tooth decay).
Sour Candy: Like sodas, this is high in both sugar and acids that can harm your smile.
Sports Drinks: The main ingredient of most sports drinks is sugar.
Citrus Fruits/Drinks: These are high in acids which erode tooth enamel and irritate mouth sores.
Ice: Chewing on ice can cause your teeth to chip or crack.
Alcohol: Drinking this substance dries out the mouth, can reduce saliva flow over time, and increases your risk for oral cancer.

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