April 23rd, 2013
Tips To Avoid Problems When Wearing Braces!
Although you may take extreme care of your braces, they can cause soreness to your mouth. During the first month after placing your braces it is normal for your teeth to ache and for your jaw to be a little bit sore for the first few days.
Other common issues may be broken brackets, loose wires and bands which may cause temporary soreness around your lips and gums. The following guide can help determining what is wrong and what you can do at home to help.
1) Loose Orthodontic bracket. A loose orthodontic bracket occurs when a metal brace is broken and slides from side to side on the wire. Apply a small amount of orthodontic wax to the bracket temporarily. This will help with any discomfort temporarily until you can come to your next appointment
2) Loose Bands: A loose band will stay in place until your next appointment although it will be a bit wiggly if you put force on it. If brought to your Orthodontists attention they can fix it at your next appointment
3) Poking wires: You can sometimes use the end of the eraser of a pencil to help put the wire into a more comfortable place, or if you are unable to move it you can apply some wax until your next appointment
Foods to Avoid
Some foods can also help or hurt you while you’re wearing braces. Remember to cut your food into small pieces that can be easily chewed. Some foods such as apples, pizza crust, hard candy bubble gum ice cubes should be avoided.
And always remember to brush and floss thoroughly when you are cleaning your appliances!
January 24th, 2013
What should you do to keep your braces clean during treatment?
If you are undergoing orthodontic treatment at our Whitby Orthodontist office you may have a few questions about brushing and flossing during orthodontic treatment. First, your durham orthodontist Dr. John Nikolovski says that increasing your brushing frequency can help with keeping your teeth and gums very healthy during treament.
Another good tip is to try your best to floss daily to remove any trapped food particles that may be stuck in between your teeth and gums. With braces flossing is very important. What Dr. John Nikolovski of Durham Orthodontics recommends is brushing at least once per day to ensure proper oral health care. Your Brooklin Ontario Orthodontist always recommends to brush above and below your orthodontic archwire to ensure all plaque removal.
Proper brushing technique includes brushing both above and below your orthodontic braces and archwires. The image below shows how you can accomplish this. Make certain to brush both your front and back teeth to try to remove all plaque around your brackets
Another handy tool recommended by Ajax Orthodontist Dr. John Nikolovski is a proxy brush to get into those hard to reach areas under your orthodontic wire and around your metal or clear ceramic brackets. We include a proxy brush with every oral hygiene kit after placing your braces on.
Finally, we always regular dental check ups and cleanings with your dental provider when undergoing treatment.
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July 19th, 2012
Did you know, Durham Orthodontics is located just a short 15 minute drive from Oshawa Ontario?
With Our convenient location in central Whitby, our Whitby Orthodontist office is a convenient short drive from almost any region in Durham, Ontario including Pickering, Ajax, Whitby, Brooklin and Oshawa.
By scheduling a
free consultation today, you can discover what a difference braces can make to your smile.
July 13th, 2012
Having an attractive smile can increase your self confidence, at any age. Did you know we see patients from age 7 all the way up to age 65? If you have been hiding your smile due to dental malocclusion or crooked teeth, our Orthodontic practice can certainly help in correction of some of the most difficult malocclusions.
Did you know our orthodontic practice is located just 10 minutes from Ajax Ontario? With convenient evening and weekend appointments a smile is only a short drive from Ajax, Brooklin, Pickering, Oshawa and Scarborough.
Don’t hide your smile any longer schedule a free consultation today!
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June 3rd, 2012
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May 26th, 2012
What are the most common questions our patients have about Orthodontics? Your Whitby Orthodontist and Durham Orthodontist Dr. Nikolovski has all the answers.
At what age should I seek an initial orthodontic consultation?
The American and Canadian Association of Orthodontists recommend a full orthodontic evaluation by the age of 7. Some orthodontic problems are easier to correct if detected at an earlier age, before jaw growth has stopped. Early or imperceptive orthodontic treatment can stop some orthodontic issues before they get worse.
What is Phase I and Phase II Orthodontics?
Orthodontics falls into two main categories. Phase I orthodontics also known as "early interceptive" orthodontics is a short limited phase of orthodontic treatment that usually occurs around the age of 7 to 10 years old, typically before all of the permanent teeth have erupted. This treatment is traditionally used to stop a problem from becoming more severe, and is commonly used to correct crossbites, underbites, or preventing harmful oral habits. Phase II orthodontic treatment typically involves a full two year treatment to align all of the adult teeth once they have erupted. Phase II orthodontics begins at around the age of 10 to 13.
Are Braces painful?
Placing orthodontic appliances on your teeth is not painful. Once your braces are placed and connected with an archwire, there may be a day or two of soreness afterwards. Typically after a period of a few weeks and once a patient is used to the appliances, there is not much discomfort.
Should I still go to my dentist for regular dental care?
Routine dental care is extremely important when wearing orthodontic appliances. Regular cleanings at 6 month intervals and cavity screening should be a priority when patients have their braces on as food and plaque can accumulate around the orthodontic appliances. Whitby has many skilled dentists in the area that can keep your teeth in excellent shape during treatment.
How long will I have to wear braces for?
The time a patient has orthodontic appliances on usually depends on the severity of their orthodontic problem. For a phase I treatment, typically the treatment is around 6-8 months. For a full phase II orthodontic treatment, appliances can remain in place for approximately 2 years or longer.
Do you have any more questions? Contact Durham Orthodontics and Whitby Orthodontist Dr. John Nikolovski can answer more questions by scheduling a complementary initial examination.
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November 8th, 2011
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