Tips for looking after braces
If you have braces, taking care of your teeth looks a little different. Here are HCF Orthodontist Dr Frank Tan’s top tips for looking after your braces.
TRANSCRIPT
Dr Frank Tan: I’m Dr Tan, specialist orthodontist at HCF Dental Centre.
[TIP 1 WHAT TO AVOID]
Dr Frank Tan: If you have orthodontic treatment, avoid sticky lollies, like Minties, toffees, Fantales, and also avoid things that are very, very hard, like nuts. And when you have an apple, cut it into small pieces.
[TIP 2 BRUSH WITH EXTRA CARE]
Dr Frank Tan: Try to clean your teeth very thoroughly, twice a day, morning and night.
[TIP 3 FOLLOW THE EXPERT ADVICE]
Dr Frank Tan: The orthodontist is the boss. Follow his or her instructions in terms of wearing elastics and wearing your retainers.
