After eating sticky foods like gummy snacks, it is crucial to rinse and brush your braces right away to prevent damage and buildup. Sticky substances can cling to brackets, 鐘ヶ淵 矯正歯科 causing irritation and soreness and potentially leading to plaque buildup.

Begin by rinsing your mouth with water immediately after eating. circulate it between your braces for at least 30 seconds to loosen stuck particles. This basic hygiene practice removes a significant amount of residue before they harden.

Use a orthodontic toothbrush to gently clean each bracket. Ensure you clean above and below each bracket. Focus extra attention on sticky spots. Brush using small circular motions and never force the brush, as this can bend the wires.

If brushing alone isn’t enough, use an proxy brush.