Care Tips For Your Clear Braces

Clear braces are the most common type of teeth straightening device nowadays for one very big reason: they allow you to straighten your teeth without having to deal with people staring at you when you're out and about.

Gone are the days when you had no choice but to settle for one of those antenna-looking traditional braces.

Clear braces are almost invisible because the material they're made out of is the same color as your natural teeth. That makes them a lot harder for people to notice when you smile. The metal wires that are used with clear braces are also difficult to see.

The key to keeping your clear braces virtually invisible is keeping them very clean. That's because it becomes a lot easier to notice them when food particles and other debris starts accumulating on them.

Tips for caring for your clear braces

Here are a few things you can do to keep your device clean and clear for as long as possible:

1. Brush after every meal

When you eat, some food particles get stuck on your teeth and braces. When left there for an extended period of time, these food particles can lead to stains on your teeth and braces. A quick way to prevent this from happening is by making it a habit to brush after every meal. Quickly removing food particles from your teeth won't just keep your device clean and clear, it will also prevent tooth decay where your teeth and braces meet.

2. Stay away from foods that stain your teeth

Some foods are just bad for your teeth. These include dark-colored foods and beverages like coffee, tea, pasta sauce, and mustard. The coloring in some of these products is so strong; it won't always come off even if you brush immediately after eating. It's like washing a clear plastic container that was used to store pasta sauce; some of that coloring simply won't go away no matter how many times you wash it.

3. Visit your dentist often

Regular trips to your dentist's office will help you keep your braces clean and clear. The ligatures that come with clear braces will eventually get stained over time, so they need to be changed regularly so you don't end up walking around with badly stained braces. Your dentist will also give you tips on how to better take care of your teeth straightening device.

4. Floss daily and use a mouth rinse

It's basically impossible to remove every single food particle on your teeth when you brush. That's why it's important you follow up with a mouth rinse. Swishing this around your mouth will break down any food particles you missed so it can be spat out.

Flossing is also a good way to remove food particles especially at times when brushing isn't an option.

These are just a few things you can do to keep your braces clearer for longer. Schedule a consultation with a dentist today to learn more about clear braces and how to properly take care of them.