Orthodontic Care During the Holidays
Of course, the holidays are a time for a little guilt-free indulgence, but patients with braces and clear aligners should take note:
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Holiday sweets such as chewy lollies and candy canes can wreak havoc on the brackets and wires used in braces. Braces wears should avoid hard or sticky foods to ensure their braces aren’t put at risk of breaking. Whilst clear aligner attachments are not quite as vulnerable as braces, care should still be taken to avoid breakages which could delay treatment.
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One of the great benefits of clear aligners is that they can be taken out for a maximum of 2 hours per day to allow for eating and drinking. However, be wary to replace them once lunch is finished.
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Keep your aligner protective case close-by: wrapping aligners in napkins or serviettes can result in accidental loss or breakage.
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Keep up good dental hygiene over the holidays to avoid causing cavities, especially if you have braces where food can easily be caught under wires and near brackets. Keep up your regular dentist check-up and cleaning appointments.
Holiday Hours
The orthodontic clinic will be closed from Friday the 21st of December, and will re-open on Monday the 7th of January. Between the 7th and 14th of January reception will be open, with full services such as adjustments, new braces and aligner fitting resuming from the 15th of January.
Happy New Year from Fine Orthodontist Sydney
The team at Fine Orthodontist Sydney in Bondi and Maroubra wish you a safe and happy holiday period, and of course a healthy and prosperous 2019. We look forward to seeing you again in the New Year!
If your New Year resolution involves a new smile, book in a free* assessment to start your treatment journey.
