Life with braces

It’s not as hard as you may think

Modern braces are more comfortable and visually appealing than they’ve ever been, but there are still some changes you’ll need to make to adapt to life with braces. Thankfully, the team at Johnson & Collins Orthodontics is here to help you through every phase of the process.

We’re proud to offer high-quality orthodontic treatment to patients throughout Bedford and Southlake, TX, and we offer a wide range of treatment options including both metal and clear braces near you. If you’re preparing for treatment with braces, there will be some adjustments you’ll need to make, but more patients find that life with braces isn’t nearly as difficult as they’d thought.

While life with braces does take a little getting used to, we’re confident you’ll find it easy to adapt to the necessary changes. If you have more questions about managing life with braces or want to schedule a free consultation to pursue orthodontic treatment for yourself, we would love to speak with you!

Your Southlake or Bedford orthodontist will work with you to make treatment as smooth as possible, but here are a few tips to help you get used to life with braces:

• You’ll need to brush more frequently while wearing braces. This means brushing after every meal and snack, at a minimum 4 times per day.
• If you can’t brush, you can still rinse your mouth out with water to clear away food and sugar.
• We recommend brushing with a soft-bristled toothbrush with a small head, as this gives you the maneuverability to reach every part of your mouth.
• Don’t forget to floss daily, and remember that you’ll need to use a floss threader to get under the archwire.
• You’ll need to brush or rinse your mouth extra carefully after eating anything sugary, as your teeth are at increased risk of decay during treatment.
• We recommend carrying an interdental brush on your person, which you can use to dislodge any food that gets caught in your braces when you’re on the go.