The most important care for your teeth, particularly when braces are fitted, is regular, thorough brushing. Ideally you should brush after each meal and snack, which realistically is not always possible. So at least brush three times every day – after breakfast, after lunch or when you get home in the afternoon/evening and after dinner. You will be given instruction on brushing when braces are fitted, we monitor oral hygiene at every appointment and we will assist with further instruction if oral hygiene problems arise during your treatment. Vigorous rinsing and gently chewing sugar-free gum can at least reduce food residue from braces when brushing is not accessible but won’t substitute for thorough brushing.
