Is your child getting braces soon? This can be a tough adjustment period for a child. Here’s what you need to do to help them along:

Makes meals easier

One of the biggest adjustments to a patient’s routine after braces is their diet. Initially, your child will need softer foods that require minimal chewing. As it becomes easier to chew, we recommend cutting up firmer foods to smaller pieces and cooking them well.

Stock up on the right tools

Cleaning with braces requires special oral hygiene aids. We recommend keeping an electric toothbrush, water flosser, special mouthrinse and proxy-brush on standby. Make sure your child cleans around and between brackets to avoid white circles being left behind once the appliances come off.

Make sure they go for their appointments

If you want your child’s orthodontic treatment to go as planned, make sure to follow-up consistently with adjustment appointments and follow the after-care instructions our dentist gives you. If your child doesn’t come in for their regular visits, this could lengthen the course of their treatment.

Have emergency supplies

Orthodontic appliances can break, a wire may come loose and stick out or brackets may feel irritating. During moments like this, you can definitely schedule an appointment with us but it also helps to have a few emergency supplies on hand like orthodontic wax, pain relievers or a pair of nail clippers to take care of any wire sticking out.

Call Somersmiles Dental today for more inquiries and clarifications regarding your child’s orthodontic treatment. Our friendly dental team is more than ready to help! Book a visit at Somersmiles Dental in Somerville today to get started.