How to Care for Your Braces – Tips from Our Orthodontist
- Anshu Gupta
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How to Care for Your Braces – Tips from Our Orthodontist
Braces are the first step toward a beautiful, healthy smile — but how you take care of them plays a big role in your results.
At Advanced Dental Care Center, Chandigarh, Dr. Anshu Gupta (MDS, PGIMER Chandigarh) shares expert guidance to help you keep your braces (and your smile) in top condition throughout your treatment.
Whether you wear metal, ceramic, lingual braces, or Invisalign, here are the top orthodontist-approved tips to care for your braces the right way.
🪥 1. Brush and Floss Carefully (and More Often!)
Braces create more nooks where food and plaque can hide. Poor hygiene can lead to staining, cavities, or gum issues — even while your teeth are straightening.
✅ Tips:
• Brush after every meal, not just twice a day
• Use a soft-bristled toothbrush or electric brush
• Add interdental brushes or water flossers for hard-to-reach spots
• Floss at least once a day — ask us about orthodontic floss threaders
🥕 2. Avoid Foods That Can Damage Your Braces
Some foods can break brackets, bend wires, or get stuck, causing delays in treatment.
❌ Avoid:
• Hard foods: nuts, popcorn, raw carrots, hard candy
• Sticky foods: chewing gum, caramel, toffees
• Crunchy snacks: chips, nachos
• Biting into whole fruits (slice apples instead)
Keeping your diet braces-friendly = fewer emergencies + faster progress!
🧊 3. Watch for Discomfort – But Don’t Panic
It’s normal to feel mild soreness after your braces are tightened or after starting aligners.
✅ Try:
• Warm saltwater rinses
• Orthodontic wax for poking wires or brackets
• Soft foods (soups, rice, bananas) for the first 1–2 days after adjustments
Still uncomfortable? Call us immediately for a quick check.
🦷 4. Keep Your Appointments (They’re Important!)
Every check-up allows us to:
• Adjust wires and track progress
• Replace elastics or change aligner sets
• Fix anything loose or broken
• Ensure you’re on the fastest path to a great smile
Missing appointments = longer treatment time.
💡 5. Follow Instructions – Especially Elastics & Aligners
Whether you’ve been given:
• Elastics (rubber bands)
• Bite blocks or springs
• Clear aligner trays (Invisalign)
Follow your dentist’s instructions carefully. Even skipping a few hours can set your treatment back days or weeks.
🪞 6. Don’t Forget Your Smile Routine
Braces can change how you feel about your smile. Stay positive!
• Take progress photos every month
• Use orthodontic mouthwash to stay fresh
• Smile with confidence — you’re improving every day!
👩⚕️ What Dr. Anshu Gupta Recommends
With 25+ years of experience in orthodontics, Dr. Anshu Gupta offers personalized guidance based on your braces type:
• ✅ Ceramic Braces: Use non-staining toothpaste and avoid turmeric or curries
• ✅ Lingual Braces: Clean the back of your teeth carefully with a mirror
• ✅ Invisalign Users: Rinse aligners every time you remove them, and brush before wearing them again
🗣️ What Our Patients Say
⭐ “Dr. Anshu’s hygiene tips helped me avoid any stains. I finished early!” – Priyanka, Chandigarh
⭐ “Using a water flosser changed everything. I never had gum problems during braces.” – Rahul, Panchkula
⭐ “I broke a bracket once — never again! Her food chart was super helpful.” – Aanya, UK (NRI)
📍 Visit Us:
Advanced Dental Care Center
House No. 20, First Floor, Sector 18A, Chandigarh
📞 Call/WhatsApp: 98551 23234
Start Strong, Finish Faster – With Expert Braces Care
Getting braces is a journey — and with the right care, you’ll get there faster, healthier, and with stunning results.
Book your braces check-up or consultation today with Dr. Anshu Gupta, and let us guide you to a confident, lasting smile.
