Are you aware of what braces are? Braces help in the proper alignment of the teeth. Family Doctors Clinic is one of the dental clinics which provides the best solutions for dental braces treatment in Zirakpur. We have a team of experienced dentists who are highly-qualified and always use modern technologies in their treatment. Our staff is also very friendly and supportive to the patients and aims at providing satisfaction to them.
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, our doctors in the clinic only use sterilized equipment. Our team of doctors works for you and always gives immediately scalable solutions to remove your dental issue. This treatment improves your facial appearance and helps you in chewing the food properly. The misplaced or crooked teeth cause pain on the joint due to the force exerted on the jaw muscles. It even causes headaches. Our dental braces treatment in Zirakpur promises you plenty of smiles.
Types of Braces
Metal Conventional Braces:
It is one of the most common braces which are preferred by people of all ages because of their small size.
Ceramic Braces
These braces are similar to the traditional metal braces in shape, but can easily blend into the natural color of the teeth. The ceramic braces are less noticeable.
Lingual Braces
They contain a bracket that is tied to the back of our teeth so that it can’t be seen from the outside.
Clear Aligners
They are transparent aligners that can easily be removed to eat or brush our teeth. We should use them 22 hours a day so that it provides proper movement of teeth.
How do braces work?
Braces exert pressure on the teeth and tend to change their position in the mouth. Brackets are small squares that fit in front of the teeth. Brackets work like handles, which hold the wires that move the teeth.
How long should one wear Braces
The total time that one requires for wearing braces depends upon the following factors:
- The severity of your problem
- The instructions you follow
- The health of your gum, teeth, and the Supporting bones
- Amount of space inside your mouth
- The distance that your teeth should travel
What to do After Braces Treatment
You must visit Family Doctors Clinic regularly so that we could examine your teeth. Our proficient dentists have a look at it properly whether the braces are properly tied or not. Fatsr regular intervals, they adjust the braces and wires so that they continue to exert uniform pressure on your teeth and make your teeth recover faster.
Post Treatment Care:
After your braces get removed, our doctors clean your teeth properly, following nwhich we will fit you with a retainer. The time to wear a retainer will vary from a person to person, as the teeth tend to change even after a long period.
- Brush your teeth twice a day.
- You should have patience as braces treatment requires time as per your situation. You should trust the process.
- Always make a list of your appointments, and consult regularly.
What to Eat and Not to Eat with your Braces?
1. Fruits:
while eating, always prefer soft fruits and cut hard fruits into pieces, so that it becomes easy while chewing.
2. Vegetables:
for having a healthy diet you should eat soft raw vegetables like Green leaves and avoid hard vegetables.
3. Nuts and Seeds:
You should avoid all the nuts and seeds as they could be caught in your braces.
4. Dairy:
All dairy products are safe to eat while using braces.
5. Grains:
Cooked grains are easy to eat and chew. Whole grains can get caught in the braces.
Do’s and Don’ts with Braces:
Do’s
- Visit the dentist once a month for a regular check-up.
- Avoid eating foods that are sticky to the teeth.
- You should brush after every meal, and keep track of your food not to get caught in the braces.
- Avoid drinks that are carbonated and have high sugar content.
Don’t
- Do not bite your nails
- Do not eat hard food and even avoid ice.
- Do not drink any cold drinks which cause sensation to your teeth
