How to Brush Your Teeth with Braces?
At Channel Islands Family Dental Office, our dentists in Ventura County teach patients exactly how to keep a healthy smile during orthodontic treatment. Brushing your teeth with braces takes special care. Use a soft‑bristled toothbrush at a 45‑degree angle, clean around each bracket and wire, and use floss and interdental brushes to remove food and […]
Invisalign Aligner
Invisalign Aligner Adolescent and adult patients often do not care to receive orthodontic treatment or forego orthodontic treatment for esthetic reasons since treatment with conventional braces is unsightly and often bothersome. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, one of the most advanced orthodontic treatments in the world that uses a modern technological system is […]
Cavities Caused by Braces: 3 Bracket Problems and Solutions
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fd_cBpZrqro Orthodontic treatment is a dental specialty that corrects the position of the teeth to restore their function but one of the concerns many people have is whether there are cavities caused by braces. Before digging into that, let’s talk about two types of orthodontic treatments: Interceptive: It is done before the age of 12, […]