{"id":32,"date":"2014-04-07T19:07:09","date_gmt":"2014-04-07T19:07:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tafthillorthodontics.com\/?page_id=32"},"modified":"2022-11-01T20:32:52","modified_gmt":"2022-11-01T20:32:52","slug":"patient-education","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Patient Education"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:var(--awb-color3);border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1456px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><style type=\"text\/css\">@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-title.fusion-title-1{margin-top:10px!important; margin-right:0px!important;margin-bottom:15px!important;margin-left:0px!important;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-title.fusion-title-1{margin-top:10px!important; margin-right:0px!important;margin-bottom:10px!important; margin-left:0px!important;}}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-one\" style=\"font-size:var(--awb-typography1-font-size);margin-top:10px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:15px;margin-left:0px;\"><h1 class=\"title-heading-left\" style=\"font-family:var(--awb-typography1-font-family);font-weight:var(--awb-typography1-font-weight);font-style:var(--awb-typography1-font-style);margin:0;font-size:1em;letter-spacing:var(--awb-typography1-letter-spacing);text-transform:var(--awb-typography1-text-transform);color:var(--awb-color5);line-height:var(--awb-typography1-line-height);\">PATIENT EDUCATION<\/h1><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 1.92%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-1{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:var(--awb-color3);border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1456px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/about\/\">Belmar Orthodontics<\/a>, our Lakewood orthodontists\u00a0empower patients with the knowledge they need through\u00a0in-depth patient education and informative appointments to take charge of their oral health. \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/about\/orthodontist-lakewood-co\/\">Dr. Hardy<\/a>\u00a0specializes in orthodontic treatments for children, teenagers, and adults, and have organized this patient guide to supplement orthodontic treatment and services you receive in our office:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:5px;margin-bottom:5px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2 fusion-text-split-columns fusion-text-columns-2\" style=\" -webkit-column-count:2; -webkit-column-gap:2em; -webkit-column-width:100px; -moz-column-count:2; -moz-column-gap:2em; -moz-column-width:100px; column-count:2; column-gap:2em; column-width:100px;\"><ul class=\"ul-li-split\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/braces-lakewood-co\/\">Types of Braces<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#hygiene\">Oral Hygiene<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#problems\">Common Problems<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#retainers\">Retainers and Removable Parts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#parts\">Parts of Braces<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/underbite-how-to-correct-it-and-why-it-happens\/\">Underbite<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/how-overbite-occurs-and-treatment\/\">Overbites<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/openbite-how-to-correct-it-why-it-occurs\/\">Openbites<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/crossbite-causes-and-treatment\/\">Abnormal Eruption<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#maintenance\">Maintenance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#avoid\">Foods to Avoid<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/invisalign-faqs\/\">Invisalign FAQ\u2019s<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:15px;width:100%;\"><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 2.56%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 2.56%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-2{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: var(--awb-custom_color_2);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:var(--awb-color3);border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1456px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:15px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h2>Oral Hygiene<\/h2>\n<h3>Brushing<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignright wp-image-147 size-medium\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27300%27%20height%3D%27200%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20300%20200%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27300%27%20height%3D%27200%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/familybrushing-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Father and son brushing their teeth\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/>Using a soft bristle toothbrush with toothpaste, move the toothbrush in small circles, angling the toothbrush along the gum line. This technique will reach the nooks and crannies of your teeth and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/braces-lakewood-co\/\">braces<\/a>, removing debris. Do not forget to brush your chewing surfaces, the inside of your teeth, and your tongue. Since healthy gums should not bleed when brushing with a soft bristle toothbrush, bleeding indicates areas that are inflamed and should be brushed more thoroughly and more often. Finally, remember to massage the gums while you are brushing as well. Patients with braces should keep in mind that they have many more areas to clean and should plan on spending a longer time brushing their teeth. These patients may consider using a proxy brush (the mini toothbrush that looks like a miniature tree) to reach under the wire and in between brackets.<\/p>\n<h3>Flossing<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload alignright wp-image-150 size-full\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27300%27%20height%3D%27200%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20300%20200%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27300%27%20height%3D%27200%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/flouride1.jpg\" alt=\"Toothbrush and mouthwash\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Flossing is a very important aspect of oral hygiene, but braces can cause flossing to be time consuming. Patients with braces should set aside 10-15 minutes each evening for flossing. With practice, the time it takes to floss with braces will be reduced. We recommend using a floss threader to make it easier to clean under the wire of your braces. Many patients find it easier to start from their gums and angle towards the tip of the teeth. Once the floss is threaded under the wire, wrap the floss around your fingers and floss in between your teeth as normal. Make sure to guide the floss along the entire length of your teeth as well as in between your teeth and your gums.<\/p>\n<h3>Additional Oral Hygiene Accessories<\/h3>\n<p>For patients who thoroughly brush and floss, additional hygiene materials may not be needed. However, accessories such as the proxy brush or toothpicks may still be useful to ensure your teeth remain as healthy as possible. Patients may want to consider an antibacterial mouth rinse or fluoride mouth rinse. A Waterpik\u00ae can also assist in removing food debris and massaging the gums.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 2.56%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 2.56%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-2{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-2 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-3{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:var(--awb-color3);border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1456px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-menu-anchor\" id=\"problems\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:15px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><h2 id=\"problems\">Common Problems<\/h2>\n<h3>Tooth Tenderness<\/h3>\n<p>As you become accustomed to your new <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/braces-lakewood-co\/\">braces<\/a>, your teeth will likely be tender and you may experience a dull ache for the first 2-4 days. We recommend patients eat soft foods during this initial adjustment period and use an over the counter pain reliever if necessary. Some patients also find a warm saltwater rinse helpful. Accessory appliances such as rubber bands, springs, or headgear can occasionally cause teeth to become sore. When wearing these appliances as prescribed, the sensitivity typically goes away in 2-4 days.<\/p>\n<h3>Lip and Cheek Sores<\/h3>\n<p>During the initial adjustment period, new braces patients may get small sores on their lips or cheeks. Within a few weeks, the lips and cheeks will become less sensitive. If at any time during treatment you notice a particular area of your braces that is aggravating the inside of your mouth, place a small piece of wax on the part of your braces that is causing the irritation. A topical anesthetic such as Orabase\u00ae or Orajel\u00ae can be used for immediate relief.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><h3>Loose Bands and Brackets<\/h3>\n<p>Brackets and bands typically break when patients eat certain prohibited foods or pick at their braces. If a band or bracket comes loose and is uncomfortable, place a piece of wax on the spot causing irritation. In general, a broken bracket is not an emergency and can be fixed at your next scheduled appointment. If the broken bracket causes significant discomfort, if the broken bracket is supposed to hold a rubber band in place, or if a bracket breaks on one of the upper or lower 4 front teeth, please call the office and we will schedule an appointment as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-video fusion-youtube\" style=\"max-width:600px;max-height:360px;margin-bottom:30px;\"><div class=\"video-shortcode\"><div class=\"fluid-width-video-wrapper\" style=\"padding-top:60%;\" ><iframe title=\"YouTube video player 1\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2PIzjIAoZFY?wmode=transparent&autoplay=0\" width=\"600\" height=\"360\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><h3>Pokey Wires<\/h3>\n<p>Wires can come loose from sticky foods or when a patient picks at the braces. If you notice a wire is protruding and causing irritation, try using a Q-tip or clean pencil eraser to push the wire in towards the teeth to relieve the discomfort. Placing wax over the spot causing irritation may also allow the cheek to heal and toughen up. If issues persist, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/contact-us\/\">contact our office<\/a> and we will help you remedy the situation. To help avoid accidental damage, patients should also avoid biting their fingernails and pens or pencils.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-video fusion-youtube\" style=\"max-width:600px;max-height:360px;align-self:flex-start; width:100%;margin-bottom:30px;\"><div class=\"video-shortcode\"><div class=\"fluid-width-video-wrapper\" style=\"padding-top:60%;\" ><iframe title=\"YouTube video player 2\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_rEBYiBtuG8?wmode=transparent&autoplay=0\" width=\"600\" height=\"360\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><h3>Orthodontic Palate Expander Appliance Issues<\/h3>\n<p>If your Orthodontic Palata Expander Appliance becomes loose, please follow the video below and also give us a call so we can see you in our office.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-video fusion-youtube\" style=\"max-width:600px;max-height:360px;align-self:flex-start; width:100%;margin-bottom:30px;\"><div class=\"video-shortcode\"><div class=\"fluid-width-video-wrapper\" style=\"padding-top:60%;\" ><iframe title=\"YouTube video player 3\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vhqYSGEtjDI?wmode=transparent&autoplay=0\" width=\"600\" height=\"360\" allowfullscreen allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><h3>Loose or Missing Elastic Tie<\/h3>\n<p>If you notice a loose or missing elastic tie that goes around a bracket, do not worry. These elastic ties can be fixed or replaced during your next appointment.<\/p>\n<h3>Accidents to the Mouth<\/h3>\n<p>If you experience a bump or trauma to the mouth during orthodontic treatment and your teeth were hit and hurt, please call the office right away. A short examination will ensure that no damage has been done.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-3{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 2.56%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-3{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 2.56%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-3{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-3 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-4{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: var(--awb-custom_color_2);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:var(--awb-color3);border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1456px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:15px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><h2>Retainers and Removable Parts<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyload no-frame alignright wp-image-152 size-medium\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%27http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%27%20width%3D%27300%27%20height%3D%27199%27%20viewBox%3D%270%200%20300%20199%27%3E%3Crect%20width%3D%27300%27%20height%3D%27199%27%20fill-opacity%3D%220%22%2F%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" data-orig-src=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2014\/04\/shutterstock_120950698-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Retainers with case\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" \/>Patients should brush their retainers daily as part of their oral hygiene routine. When cleaning the appliance, use cold water, antibacterial hand soap, and a toothbrush \u2013 and be sure to thoroughly rinse out the toothbrush afterward. Patients should avoid using hot water, a dishwasher, or toothpaste to clean their appliances as these can cause distortion. Occasionally an effervescent denture cleaner can be used if absolutely needed. (If possible, use a clear tablet cleaner as some of the blue tablet cleaners can stain clear retainers. Patients should always keep their retainers or removable appliances away from heat sources and never store them in the car.<\/p>\n<div class=\"clear\"><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"parts\">Parts of Braces<\/h2>\n<p>When discussing your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/braces-lakewood-co\/\">braces<\/a>, it is important to know the different parts, and what they are called. Together, the individual elements that work to correct your teeth are referred to as the \u201cappliance.\u201d The main parts of the appliance include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bands &#8211;<\/strong> a thin ring, typically made of stainless steel, which is fitted to the tooth and cemented. The band is used to secure other orthodontic attachments, such as hooks, brackets, or tubes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brackets &#8211;<\/strong> A bracket can either be bonded to the tooth using a tooth-colored cement, or it can be attached to a band. These are usually made of either stainless steel or clear ceramic, and can guide and support the archwire into the appropriate placement.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Archwire &#8211;<\/strong> Held by brackets or other orthodontic attachments, the archwire is designed to cause and\/or guide the shifting of the teeth during treatment. These wires are traditionally made from stainless steel, but can also be made of titanium.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Elastics (rubber bands) &#8211;<\/strong> These rubber bands are used to create a force to move the teeth in a particular direction. These are often attached to a molar band and upper ball hook.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Elastic ties &#8211;<\/strong> Available in a variety of colors, elastic ties are small rubber bands that go over the brackets in order to hold the archwire in place.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Springs &#8211;<\/strong> Using the force of a small spring, a space can be opened or closed between teeth. These springs go between brackets and around the archwire, and can be made of stainless steel or titanium.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"maintenance\">Maintenance<\/h2>\n<p>During your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/\">Belmar Orthodontics<\/a> treatment, it is particularly\u00a0important to maintain good oral health through attention to proper oral hygiene. Brackets and wires in your mouth make it easier for food particles to get stuck leading to other dental issues if proper care is not taken. Included below are a\u00a0few important things to remember. \u00a0As always, if you have any questions about maintenance for your braces, or if you are finding it difficult to perform your oral hygiene routine like you should, please do not hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/contact-us\/\">contact our office<\/a>. We are here to help you reach your goals and to keep your mouth healthy.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Brush after every meal.<\/strong> Because your braces can easily attract and trap food particles, brushing after each meal can help prevent staining and reduce the potential for bacteria buildup.\u00a0To brush teeth with a regular soft brush, brush down from the top, then up from the bottom on each tooth with a bracket.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a threadable floss or a floss threader.<\/strong> (If using a floss threader, thread regular floss through the eye of the threader, the same way you would with a sewing needle and thread.) Using the small or the pointed end, insert the floss or floss threader between the teeth, but below the archwire. Gently move it back and forth until it is able to thread the floss between the teeth. Once in place, you can floss the two teeth on either side of where you have inserted the floss, taking care not to apply force or pressure against the archwire. Repeat between all teeth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a proxabrush.<\/strong> After brushing with a toothbrush, use a proxabrush, commonly referred to as a \u201cChristmas tree brush,\u201d to clean between each bracket. Place the proxabrush between two brackets, below the archwire, brushing up and down. After several strokes, repeat this motion by inserting the brush from the opposite side (either down from the top or up from the bottom).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 2.56%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 1.92%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 2.56%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-4{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-4 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-flex-container.fusion-builder-row-5{ padding-top : 0px;margin-top : 0px;padding-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;padding-left : 0px;}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background fusion-parallax-none nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling lazyload\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:var(--awb-color3);border-style:solid;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;\" data-bg=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/bgrnd-inv.jpg\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:1456px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-5{width:33.333333333333% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 7.68%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 5.76%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-5{width:33.333333333333% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 7.68%;margin-left : 5.76%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-5{width:100% !important;}.fusion-builder-column-5 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 1.92%;margin-left : 1.92%;}}<\/style><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:15px;margin-bottom:15px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-10\"><h2>Foods to Avoid<\/h2>\n<p>In order to avoid damage to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/patient-education\/braces-lakewood-co\/\">braces<\/a> and your teeth during orthodontic treatment, hard foods, sticky foods, and foods high in sugar should be avoided. Eating foods high in sugar also increases the risk of cavities, especially while wearing braces.<\/p>\n<p>Examples of hard foods to avoid include:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-11 fusion-text-split-columns fusion-text-columns-2\" style=\" -webkit-column-count:2; -webkit-column-gap:2em; -webkit-column-width:100px; -moz-column-count:2; -moz-column-gap:2em; -moz-column-width:100px; column-count:2; column-gap:2em; column-width:100px;\"><ul class=\"ul-li-split\">\n<li>Hard candy<\/li>\n<li>Nuts<\/li>\n<li>Chips<\/li>\n<li>Popcorn<\/li>\n<li>Ice<\/li>\n<li>Corn on the cob<\/li>\n<li>Apples<\/li>\n<li>Carrots<\/li>\n<li>Crusty bread<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-12\"><p>Examples of sticky foods to avoid include:<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-13 fusion-text-split-columns fusion-text-columns-2\" style=\" -webkit-column-count:2; -webkit-column-gap:2em; -webkit-column-width:100px; -moz-column-count:2; -moz-column-gap:2em; -moz-column-width:100px; column-count:2; column-gap:2em; column-width:100px;\"><ul class=\"ul-li-split\">\n<li>Gum<\/li>\n<li>Taffy<\/li>\n<li>Caramel<\/li>\n<li>Tootsie Rolls\u00ae<\/li>\n<li>Sugar Daddies\u00ae<\/li>\n<li>Starburst\u00ae<\/li>\n<li>Skittles\u00ae<\/li>\n<li>Licorice<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:10px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-14\"><h2>Contact Our Lakewood Orthodontists for a Consultation<\/h2>\n<p>For these or any other problems, please <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/contact-us\/\">contact our office<\/a> today for advice on how to handle the matter, or, if needed, schedule an emergency visit with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.belmarorthodontics.com\/about\/orthodontist-lakewood-co\/\">Dr. Hardy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body 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