Orthodontist Recommended Products
At your first appointment to place your appliance on, you will be provided with a full kit of what you will need to be successful with your orthodontic treatment. There are some additional products that may be useful to your specific situation that can be purchased if needed.
TOOTHBRUSH FOR BRACES PATIENTS
As toothbrushing is an integral part of the homecare routine, using one that you like (electric or manual) for a minimum of 2-3 minutes around the full mouth 3x per day is all that we ask for.
If you’d like to consider an electric toothbrush option here are some of LRO favourites:
TOOTHPASTE
There are many types of toothpaste on the market but the 3 essentials to look for in your toothpaste while in orthodontic treatment are:
- CDA-approved
- Contains fluoride
- Has tooth sensitivity protection
LRO would highly recommend the following:
WATER FLOSSER
A water flosser is a great investment and adjunctive tool in oral health care but should not replace traditional flossing. To help reduce time with your flossing routine the waterpik can remove small food debris which can get stuck between your braces and wires or around Invisalign attachments.
LRO highly recommends the following:
ALIGNER REMOVAL TOOL
Aligners are generally easy to remove once you get the hang of it, however, if you need some assistance for some hard-to-reach spots this tool can be helpful!
SUPER FLOSS
Floss threaders will become your new best friend but super floss can take it to the next level. To help speed up the time you may want to consider the all-in-one floss with a threader tip.
ALIGNER AND RETAINER CLEANER
Water and toothpaste are what is necessary to keep your aligners and retainers clean. If you are looking to refresh them more then this product may be useful.
MOUTHGUARD
Keeping your teeth protected during high-contact sports is important; when in braces it’s even more critical. As teeth are constantly moving during your treatment, a custom mouthguard can not be used. Standard mouthguards suggested here can be cut, shaped and formed to your needs. If you need some help please bring yours to your next appointment!
MOUTHWASH
There are many different mouthwash formulations however some important considerations are:
- Good for gum health
- Contained antibacterial properties
- Alcohol-free
LRO would highly recommend the following: