{"id":20,"date":"2012-02-05T17:04:22","date_gmt":"2012-02-05T17:04:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/springhillbraces.powerslampromotions.com\/?page_id=20"},"modified":"2019-11-14T01:51:32","modified_gmt":"2019-11-14T01:51:32","slug":"life-with-braces","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/springhillbraces.com\/life-with-braces","title":{"rendered":"Life With Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"20\" class=\"elementor elementor-20\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-274a85c0 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"274a85c0\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;classic&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-378bf356\" data-id=\"378bf356\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-10da35f6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"10da35f6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.20.0 - 26-03-2024 *\/\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px}<\/style><h1 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Life With Braces<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-47c51134 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"47c51134\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-f4944e5\" data-id=\"f4944e5\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b630e5e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4b630e5e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<style>\/*! elementor - v3.20.0 - 26-03-2024 *\/\n.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-stacked .elementor-drop-cap{background-color:#69727d;color:#fff}.elementor-widget-text-editor.elementor-drop-cap-view-framed .elementor-drop-cap{color:#69727d;border:3px solid;background-color:transparent}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap{margin-top:8px}.elementor-widget-text-editor:not(.elementor-drop-cap-view-default) .elementor-drop-cap-letter{width:1em;height:1em}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap{float:left;text-align:center;line-height:1;font-size:50px}.elementor-widget-text-editor .elementor-drop-cap-letter{display:inline-block}<\/style>\t\t\t\t<div>\r\n\r\nNow that you have your braces, how do you take care of them? It\u2019s important for you to know how to properly take care of your braces throughout your entire orthodontic treatment.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h2>Eating with Braces<\/h2>\r\nDon\u2019t worry; you\u2019ll be eating popcorn and snacking on potato chips again in no time! However, before you can start enjoying some of the treats you love, you will need to take special care to avoid any foods that could damage your new appliances.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h2>Foods to avoid with braces:<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Chewy foods \u2014 bagels, licorice<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Crunchy foods \u2014 popcorn, chips, ice<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Sticky foods \u2014 caramel candies, chewing gum<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Hard foods \u2014 nuts, hard candies<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Foods that require biting into \u2014 corn on the cob, apples, carrots<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h2>Foods you CAN eat with braces:<\/h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Dairy \u2014 soft cheese, pudding, milk-based drinks<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Breads \u2014 soft tortillas, pancakes, muffins w\/o nuts<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Grains \u2014 pasta, soft cooked rice<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Meats\/poultry \u2014 soft cooked chicken, meatballs, lunch meats<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Seafood \u2014 tuna, salmon, crab cakes<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Vegetables \u2014 mashed potatoes, steamed spinach, beans<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Fruits \u2014 applesauce, bananas, fruit juice<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Treats \u2014 ice cream w\/o nuts, milkshakes, Jell-O, soft cake<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n&nbsp;\r\n<h2>Soreness caused from braces and appliances<\/h2>\r\nWhen you first get your braces, you may notice that your teeth and mouth feel a little tender or sore. This is perfectly normal for patients who have just gotten their braces put on, and we promise your mouth will not be sore forever! To relieve the pain, we recommend dissolving one teaspoon of salt in eight ounces of lukewarm water. Swish and gargle this solution in your mouth for just a couple of minutes (do not swallow the saltwater).\r\n\r\nIf the pain is more severe and does not go away after rinsing, you can also try taking a pain reliever. It is also not uncommon for your lips, cheeks, and tongue to become irritated for one to two weeks as they toughen and become used to the braces. We would be happy to give you some wax that you can put over the braces to lessen the tenderness. If you need some wax, please let us know!\r\n<h2>Loose Teeth<\/h2>\r\nIf your teeth begin feeling a little loose, don\u2019t worry; this is normal! Your braces must first loosen your teeth in order to move them into the right position. Once your teeth have been repositioned, they will no longer be loose.\r\n<h2><\/h2>\r\n<h2>Loose Wires and Bands<\/h2>\r\nThe wires and bands on your braces may come loose. If this happens, please contact us as soon as possible so that we can check and repair your appliance. If any piece of your appliance comes off, be sure to save it and bring it to the office with you.\r\n\r\nYou can temporarily fix the loose wire by using the back of a spoon or the eraser end of a pencil to carefully and gently push the wire back into place. If the loose wire is causing irritation to your lips or cheeks, put wax or a wet cotton ball over the broken wire to relieve the pain.\r\n<h2><\/h2>\r\n<h2>Take Care of your Appliances<\/h2>\r\nDamaged appliances can increase the length of your treatment process, so be sure to take care of all your appliances. Your teeth and jaw can only move into their correct positions if you consistently wear the rubber bands, headgear, retainer, or other appliances prescribed by your doctor.\r\n<h2>Brushing Your Teeth with Braces<\/h2>\r\nWhen you have braces it\u2019s very important to brush and floss after every meal in order to keep your teeth and gums healthy throughout your treatment. If you need help choosing the right toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss, please ask us and we can help you choose the right products for your teeth and your appliance.\r\n<h2>Playing Sports with Braces<\/h2>\r\nGame, Set, Match \u2014 we have great news for athletes! You can still play sports even while undergoing orthodontic treatment! If you do play sports, it\u2019s recommended that you wear a mouthguard in order to protect your teeth and your appliance. Let your doctor know if you need help finding the right mouthguard for the best protection.\r\n\r\nIn case of a sports emergency, be sure to immediately check your mouth and your appliance for any damage that may have occurred. If you notice any loose teeth, or if your appliance has been damaged, please contact our office right away. You can temporarily relieve the discomfort with wax or by rinsing your mouth with warm saltwater.\r\n<h2>Mouthguards<\/h2>\r\nSports related injuries to the mouth and jaw are some of the most common injuries received by athletes. Protecting your smile while playing sports is essential when you have braces. Mouthguards help protect your teeth and gums from injury. If you participate in high-contact sports the American Association of Orthodontists recommends you wear a mouthguard. 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