Dr Phillip Ajaje and
staff are happy to welcome you to our practice and to orthodontic
treatment. We always try our best to make your treatment as
pleasant as possible; if you have any questions, problems,
or complaints, please let us know so we can work it out with
you. Your new appliance/ braces as you know, is an integral
part of your treatment, so it is important that you follow our
proper guidelines
for proper care and to ensure quicker results.
During the course of your orthodontic treatment, there are some
foods which you must avoid.
DO NOT EAT SUGERY, STICKY,
CHEWY FOOD SUCH AS –
* Lollies
* Chocolates
* Muesli Bars
* Minties
* Toffees
* Chewing Gum
* Roll Ups
These sticky foods contain too much sugar and can react with
plaque and cause decay of your teeth as well as dissolving the
cement which holds the braces onto your teeth.
DO NOT DRINK
SOFT DRINKS SUCH AS –
* Coke
* Pepsi
* Fanta
* Lemonade
* Lift
These drinks contain too much sugar and are to be AVIODED throughout
treatment. You can however, still consume the ‘diet” versions
of these drinks.
BE AWARE OF HARD, CRUNCHY FOODS SUCH AS –
* Apples
* Pears
* Carrots
* Celery
* Peanuts
* All crunchy, crisp fruits and Vegetables
These foods should first be cut up into bite-size pieces and
chewed on the back molar teeth instead of the front incisor
teeth.
BE AWARE OF HARD
ITEMS SUCH AS:
* Bones (chicken wings,
drumsticks
* Corn on the cob
* Don’t chew on pens, pencils, your fingernails
These items above are
very hard and, if chewed on, can cause the
Braces to come off.
FIRST AID
* During the first few
days, your teeth will be a little sensitive when tapped together,
so it is advisable to eat a soft diet. This may include foods
such as pasta, soups, eggs, yogurt, etc.
* If you suffer from
discomfort, you mat need to take some form of pain relief (Panadol,
Dispren, etc.)
* You may find that when
you laugh, talk and smile, the braces tend to rub on your lips
and cheeks which may cause ulcers. You are supplied with wax
which is to be placed over the braces to make a smooth surface
for your lips and cheeks. Make sure the area is completely dry
before applying the wax so that it adheres properly to the appliance.
* It is important that
you maintain regular brushing and flossing of your teeth, if
you have difficulty doing so, our friendly staff can recommend
the best techniques and products for you. In addition you will
need to arrange appointments for an examination and clean with
us every six (6) months.
REMEMBER: IF YOU WANT
YOUR TREATMENT TO GO SMOOTHLY AND QUICKLY, YOU WILL NEED TO
TAKE THESE THINGS INTO CONSIDERATION AND YOUR ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT
WILL BE BREAKAGE FREE AND MORE ENJOYABLE.
