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Tips to Keep Your Teeth White and Clean When Wearing Braces

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Have you seen pictures of people with white spots on their teeth after they have removed their braces? This is known as demineralization. This is due to the loss of minerals in the teeth. It’s not actually on the surface of the teeth but inside it, usually under the enamel layer.

It’s a completely preventable problem if you know what to do. Make sure you follow a strict dental hygiene protocol when wearing braces. It is understandable that the teeth might be difficult to keep clean when you have those brackets and wires in the way. This is why you need to use the right tools.

Aside from a toothbrush with a small head to reach those tight spaces in the mouth, you should also consider getting an interdental brush that can get in between the wires and the teeth to dislodge food particles. If there are food residues stuck in the braces, you can use these interdental toothbrushes as well.

Brush for more than 2 minutes each day, carefully going around the brackets, and reaching these areas. Biofilm can accumulate in these areas.

Make sure to use floss as well.  You can use a water flosser to reach tricky areas like the back of the mouth. Also, visit your dentist for a regular dental cleaning treatment.

Avoid drinking colored beverages while undergoing this treatment to minimize the appearance of stains. Skip the soda and reduce your intake of coffee. You can also use a straw to prevent the liquids from sticking to the teeth. It’s better if you can drink water the whole day. Water can also hydrate the mouth and lower down the growth of bacteria.

If you are into natural or holistic treatments, you can try oil pulling. This is a method that makes use of oils like coconut oil. You swish a mouthful of the oil in your mouth, making sure to cover all surfaces of the teeth. Gargle it to “lift” the dirt and bacteria from the teeth. After a few minutes, spit it out and rinse your mouth with water.

This treatment might not be for everyone. Some people might not like the taste of coconut oil. The oily consistency might also kick the gag reflexes of those who will give this treatment a try.

If you need teeth whitening in New Westminster after wearing braces, the best thing to do is to consult your dentist at Belmont Dental Centre. Teeth whitening in New Westminster should be administered by a professional so that it will be done properly. This can avoid discolorations and uneven spots.

You can get teeth whitening in New Westminster after you are done with your braces so that you can enjoy your straight teeth more.

David Edgar is the author of this article. To know more about Teeth Whitening New Westminster please visit our website: belmontdentalcentre.com

 

 

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