{"id":100,"date":"2022-08-05T19:18:42","date_gmt":"2022-08-05T19:18:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/?p=100"},"modified":"2024-08-08T19:55:13","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T19:55:13","slug":"tips-for-your-first-week-with-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/2022\/08\/05\/tips-for-your-first-week-with-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Must-Know Tips for Your First Week with Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling while pointing to her braces\" class=\"wp-image-101\" style=\"width:318px;height:212px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Picture1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Did you just get your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.milton-orthodontics.com\/traditional-braces.html\">braces<\/a>? Congratulations \u2013 you\u2019re a big step closer to the smile of your dreams! With time, you\u2019ll barely realize they are there. At first, of course, that\u2019s not the case. Luckily, you can make the transition much more seamless with these helpful tips on navigating your first week with braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #1: Gather All Your Supplies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You know what they say, \u201cIf you stay prepared, you don\u2019t have to get prepared.\u201d One of the best things you can do after you get braces is keep a little bag with all of the necessary supplies on hand. Some staples to include are a travel-sized toothbrush so you can brush your teeth on the go, floss so you can remove food particles and debris from between your teeth, and dental wax so you can cover any sharp brackets or wires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #2: Be Careful What You Eat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you first get braces, your teeth may feel a bit sore. Therefore, it\u2019s best to avoid hard, crunchy, and sticky foods that require extensive chewing. Whole apples, popcorn, and peanut brittle are just a few examples, especially since they can increase your chances of breaking a bracket or wire. Ultimately, it\u2019s best to stick to soft, nutrient-dense foods, like oatmeal, soup, yogurt, and applesauce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #3: Rinse with Salt and Warm Water<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mouth sores are quite common with braces, especially as your mouth adjusts. Fortunately, you can help prevent them by doing your best to keep your mouth clean. In addition to brushing and flossing regularly, try rinsing with a mixture of salt and warm water a few times a day. This natural disinfectant is easy to put together and incredibly effective!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tip #4: Continue to Practice Good Dental Hygiene<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Good dental hygiene is essential, especially when you have braces. After all, the last thing you want is to deal with a painful toothache right after starting your orthodontic treatment! To prevent that from happening, make sure to brush your teeth and your braces thoroughly after each meal. You should also floss at least once a day to remove food particles, plaque, and debris from between your teeth. Getting a dental checkup and cleaning every six months and avoiding unhealthy dental habits, like nail-biting, are also important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first week with braces will naturally come with some adjustments to your diet and lifestyle. 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