Fixed Brace Survival

‘With your help we can complete treatment as quickly as possible.’

If something goes wrong, phone us immediately for advice on 01992 560 456

The new brace will take a few days to get used to.  You may experience a little discomfort during this time.  This is quite normal and you can take some painkillers if you feel it necessary.  We recommend you purchase a special pack available at Reception.

While your mouth is getting used to the brace it may irritate the lips or cheeks.  In the pack you will find a special gel to use.  There is also wax in the pack and this can be used to cover any parts of the brace that are rubbing.

Don’t eat anything hard or sticky.  Avoid sweets, chocolate, crisps, nuts, toffees, chewing gum, i.e. anything that may loosen or damage the brace.  Please don’t eat crusty bread.  All fizzy drinks must also be avoided since they can cause permanent damage to your teeth.  Don’t bite your nails or pens and pencils.

Keep teeth, gums and braces really clean.  Teeth move faster with clean braces.

Don’t smoke, it can permanently damage your gums.