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GENERAL INFORMATION

INSTRUCTIONS ON USE AND CARE OF BRACES

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"Knowing the different parts of your appliance makes it easier for us to assist you if you call in with a problem, since you will be able to tell us or describe to us what does not appear or feel right with the appliance." Dr. Dwight Angus

DOs:

• Brushing and flossing as instructed in the clinic is important for maintaining the health of the gums and the teeth, and in turn influences the progress of your treatment.
• Wear removable appliances as directed, these include headgear, bite plane, acco, rubber bands etc.
• A mouth guard should be worn when playing sports.

 

DON'Ts:

• Do not eat HARD OR CRUNCHY FOODS which can damage the appliances by breaking off brackets and bending wires.
• Do not eat STICKY FOODS which will get stuck on the appliances and become difficult to remove.
• Do not use any implements other than those you were instructed to use for cleaning the appliances. The instruments that are allowed include: toothbrush, dental floss, water pick, floss threader and interproximal brushes.
• Do not pull on or pick at the appliances.
• Headgear should not be kept on during rough play.