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If your child needs orthodontic treatment, our orthodontist, Dr Andreea Negulescu, will be able to help answer any questions or concerns that you or your child may have. Here are some guidelines to help them get to grips with braces if they need them.
They are not alone – reassure your child that there are many other brace wearers, including some high-profile celebrities, so there is no need to feel self-conscious.
Getting used to it – Make sure your child realises that it won’t take too long to get used to new braces, and though they may feel odd at first, this shock of the new and any possible effects on their speech (such as a lisp) will not last long.
Keep them clean – ensure your child knows how important it is to keep their braces and their teeth lovely and clean. This means encouraging them to brush after every meal (if possible!) and making sure they learn to love flossing so any bits of food that get stuck in their braces can quickly be removed.
Avoid certain foods & drinks – explain that certain food & drinks will probably need to be off the menu for a while. These include hard foods, such as crusty bread, some raw veg, and sticky foods like toffee and sticky sweets. Sugary snacks or drinks between meals or at bedtime should also be avoided, as should fizzy drinks, including diet drinks or consuming large amounts of fruit juice.
Choose softer options – it may be helpful to encourage your child to eat softer foods to keep their braces firmly in place. Also, after their brace and wire adjustment appointments, teeth may be a little tender for 3-5 days, so softer foods can reduce any discomfort.
Fast results – reassure your child that orthodontic changes may start to happen pretty quickly and when they do see their teeth moving in the right direction, they may feel more positive about the whole straightening experience.
Embrace the brace – remind them that they can often customise fixed braces with coloured bands, so they might enjoy how they look.
Schedule a consultation today and take the first step towards a straighter, healthier smile for your child!
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