Lt. Awesome Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 So i found out today that I'm getting braces and i wanted to know about them, like: - Do i need to brush my teeth differently -what can i eat and not eat stuff like that, and i came here because my dentist and orthodontist are being ' shy ' Thanks in Advanced, Lt. Awesome :kill: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackEyes Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 Eat lots of candy and chew a lot of gum 700th post ftw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lt. Awesome Posted October 10, 2009 Author Share Posted October 10, 2009 no seriously.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Love Lamp Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 You shouldn't have to change your brushing habits at all. When I had braces I didn't need any special equipment or the like. There isn't really any problems with foods, but avoid very sticky/very sweet foods. Caramel is probably the worst one. It's actually one of the worst foods overall for your teeth, braces or not. If your parents allow it, you'll probably need mild pain relievers like Ibproufen when you first get your braces, at least for sleeping. The first week or so is when they do the most work, and when you'll feel it the most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lt. Awesome Posted October 10, 2009 Author Share Posted October 10, 2009 kk, i just thought i would need to brush softer, or in a different pattern, thanks lamp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudabaga Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 That sucks awsome but, at least your teeth will be straight lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Love Lamp Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 The braces are essentially cemented to your teeth, so they won't come off very easily. Unless you normally jab your gums with your toothbrush, your normal brushing should be ok. You might want to brush in a different pattern though, when I got braces, I found the most efffective method was to brush at a downward angle, under the braces, as to make sure they stayed clean. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lt. Awesome Posted October 10, 2009 Author Share Posted October 10, 2009 lol, ok, thanks alot everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 When I had them (got them off in June) I bought a waterpik. It was a good way to clean your teeth before you brush. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lt. Awesome Posted October 10, 2009 Author Share Posted October 10, 2009 yea, i have one from when i was kid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wild bill Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 nerd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdh Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 I had Invisalign Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jake Posted October 10, 2009 Share Posted October 10, 2009 I had Invisalign how did those work for you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blitzkrieg Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I didn't stop eating anything, just ate smaller bites of it. Make sure you brush your gums ALOT, mine got swollen and are now down around my braces, have to brush alot to get em back to where they're supposed to be. Just don't take huge bites, make sure you can chew it without breaking em. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackEyes Posted October 11, 2009 Share Posted October 11, 2009 I had Invisalign I'm getting Invisalign T_T. Was suppose to get it this summer but I guess not. I have a huge overbite Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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