Congratulations on starting your smile journey! Now that you have metal braces, taking a little extra care of your teeth is crucial. But don't worry, we're here to make sure you know exactly what to do! By brushing and flossing regularly, you'll keep your teeth and gums in top condition and ensure that your orthodontic treatment will deliver the healthiest smile possible. When your braces come off, you'll see that your extra efforts have been rewarded with a healthy, great-looking smile that's good for life.
Doing Your Part: We’re a Team!
A successful orthodontic treatmentand a healthy and beautiful smile is the result of a team effort among you, Dr. Kaplan, and your family dentist.
As the patient, you play the key part! It's up to you to ensure that your treatment plan ends in success. Most importantly, you must keep your teeth clean and maintain good dental hygiene while you're wearing traditional metal braces.
Proper dental care will take a little extra time and effort, but the results are well worth it and will help you enjoy the best possible smile from your orthodontic treatment.
Tips for a Beautiful New Smile
It's important to educate yourself on the right way to care for your braces. We’ll show you the exact techniques in our office!
- Brush Often: You should brush after every meal and snack to remove food particles trapped in your brackets and wires.
- The Right Tools: Use a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. We can recommend special brushes, like proxy brushes, to help clean under the wires.
- Flossing is Key: Flossing with braces can be tricky, but it's essential! Use a floss threader or specialized floss to get under the wire and between your teeth every day.
- Prevent White Spots: Failure to spend a little extra time on caring for your braces can result in white spots on your teeth once the braces are removed—an unsightly condition that no one wants!
We promise to be right there with you, supporting you on this journey! Ready to get started with your beautiful, healthy smile?
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I received my first set of Aligners for Invisalign today. I have a pretty detailed plan but Kaplan was extremely efficient but thorough in explaining the process and how to have a successful experience. The amount of prep put into the process is very impressive
We just finished with braces and my daughter said it was a great experience. We are very happy with her beautiful teeth.
Dr. Kaplan and his team are the best! Very knowledgeable and personable. My 10 yr old son likes going and I’m extremely impressed with his results. Fixed an under cross bite, had an expander and top braces and now retainer. I highly recommend Kaplan Orthodontics. Overall amazing customer service from everyone throughout the entire process. Book the appointment!
My daughter just had her braces removed, and I can’t thank the Kaplan team enough! Her teeth look beautiful (just in time for the 8th grade dance). Dr Kaplan and the team are so professional, customer oriented, and amazingly kind. We highly recommend Kaplan Orthodontics.
Dr Kaplan and the whole crew are amazing. Top notch service. I’m so glad I let them take care of my braces. I would recommend them to anyone and everyone. Don’t bother going anywhere else.
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