Blog — brace cleaning routine

A Short Guide to keeping your Braces Clean 0

Before we get into cleaning braces, let’s discuss what they actually are.

What are braces?

Brace treatment involves using appliances to straighten crooked, crowded or protruding teeth, close gaps between teeth and correct the bite. There are a variety of different orthodontic braces available some of which are fixed, located on the outside or the inside of the teeth, and some that are removable.

Looking after your metal braces in Summer 0

As we approach the summer, you might start forgetting about your braces. After all, you want to spend time with your friends and enjoy the sunny weather. But neglecting your braces at any stage can impact your treatment. 

So let’s take care of your braces all year round! Follow our advice below and be one step closer to the smile of your dreams. 

What Should I Do With Stained Braces? 0

Stained braces are a common problem for many orthodontic patients, often adults have opted for a tooth coloured brace because it is an aesthetic option however the staining can be off putting all beit does not affect the integrity of the brace or how it works.

How to look after your braces while self-isolating 0

Are you currently in a situation where you are unable to come in for any brace care due to having to self-isolate? Well fear not, we have come up with a few tips on how to look after your braces during self-isolation.

Is it Okay to Eat Chocolate when Wearing Braces? 0

Orthodontic braces are appliances used to straighten teeth, correct alignment and help position a person's bite, while also aiming to improve dental health.

There are many different kinds of orthodontic appliances used at Northenden House including metal, ceramic and lingual braces, and also Invisalign aligners. 

Can braces break?

Yes, but only rarely.