If you’re a
patient at Appple Tree Orthodontics, you are used to visiting us for your regular adjustment
appointment every 6-8 weeks. While our hygienist is in your mouth making those
adjustments, it’s important for you to remember our team is working on your
braces and trips to your general dentist are still very much needed.
When we work
on your braces, we are not looking specifically for any cavities and anything
we do notice is a by-product of monitoring your oral health from an orthodontic
perspective. Even if we did find something suspicious we don’t have
the facilities to correct it.
For this
reason, we tell you to maintain your regular dental checkup schedule of once
every 6 months.
Another important
thing to remember is that your oral hygiene needs to be flawless. The
appliances that are in your mouth are, unfortunately, a magnet for plaque
buildup. If you are a bit lax with brushing and rinsing out your mouth
after eating, you may just find that you have a beautiful straight smile with
stained teeth.
While having
braces does not increase the risk of cavities, not caring for your teeth and
having braces does.
If you have any questions regarding your oral hygiene, click here to visit our website or contact Apple Tree Orthodontics at our office.
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