Guidelines for proper oral care in periodontal patients undergoing orthodontic treatment
1. Brushing teeth at least twice a day and ideally after every meal.
2. Change your toothbrush change at least every 2-3 months.
3. Daily use of interdental brushes and/or dental floss when possible (applicable for patients undergoing invisalign therapy or something similar)
4. Optional use of mouthwash.
5. Regular check-up of the teeth by the orthodontist and periodontist.
6. Avoid eating hard foods and sticky foods such as bread, crackers, popcorn, nuts, ice, candies, and chewing gum. Eating foods like apple, carrot and steak is allowed as long as you cut them into small pieces.
7. In case of irritation on the cheek or lip, apply wax to the places where the hook (brace) bothers you so as to smooth out the rough edge and contact your orthodontist.
