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ABOUT YOUR REMOVABLE APPLIANCE To straighten your teeth usually takes about 2 years. You will need to
visit the dentist about once every 4-6 weeks to have the brace checked. Removable braces must be worn all the time, including during meals and
sleeping. They should be removed only for cleaning twice a day. If you are playing violent games, (Rugby, Hockey, Boxing) keep the brace
in a strong box (e.g. soap box) and replace it immediately afterwards. Your brace may affect your speech at first. This is usually normal again
after one week. The brace may make your teeth sore after each visit. This is normal and
a soft diet is best for this. Be careful to avoid eating very hard or sticky foods which may damage
your brace. If your brace breaks contact us immediately. IF IT IS BROKEN BEYOND REPAIR THEIR IS AN NHS CHARGE FOR
REPLACEMENT
CURRENTLY £61.20 ( a lot of pocket money so take care) LOOKING
AFTER YOUR REMOVABLE APPLIANCE When you are fitted with a removable appliance good oral hygiene becomes
more difficult to achieve. A good standard of oral hygiene is very important,
especially so during orthodontic treatment, as many dental problems may result
if it is not maintained. Here are a few points that may help you:- (1) Use a small, medium textured, nylon bristle toothbrush; the smaller
the head the easier it is to clean the more difficult areas. (2) Remove the appliance and brush your own teeth thoroughly with brush
and paste paying special attention to areas where the appliance has contact with
your teeth. (3) Clean the appliance above a sink full of water rather than an empty
sink because if the appliance is accidentally dropped it has less chance of
breaking. (4) Hold the appliance in your cupped hand and brush all surfaces and
wires gently but thoroughly with a toothbrush and paste. (5) Rinse the appliance in warm rather than hot water so the plastic
areas are not distorted in any way. (6) When the appliance is outside the mouth, always put it in a SAFE
place. Appliances are very delicate and can easily be damaged or broken. (7) Cleaning should be undertaken at least three times a day (morning -
after breakfast; upon returning home after work/school; night - just before
bedtime). (8) Where brushing is not possible after snacks or meals, rinsing
thoroughly with water should remove most of the food debris from the teeth or
appliance. (9) Notice any changes in the appearance of your gums. If they become
red or swollen or if they bleed they are slightly infected and you are not
brushing as well as you should be. (10) Using a fluoride mouthwash during treatment may HELP strengthen and
protect the teeth against decay. For
further help and advice please consult your dentist or dental nurse
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