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 1. Will I still be able to talk when I have braces?
Yes, standard braces should not affect how you talk or the sound of your voice.
In certain cases, we may need to use an appliance that could get in the way of your tongue. You may then experience slight trouble talking clearly for a day or two. However, your tongue will then readjust and you will be able to talk like normal.
2. Do braces hurt?
The majority of patients experience slight discomfort when their braces are first fitted and then a day or two after each adjustment.
3. Are all braces designed to be as pain-free as possible?
At Medland Orthodontics we use the very latest orthodontic techniques and treatments to reduce your discomfort, whilst achieving the very best results. Drs Bill and Patty Medland and Dr Steven Semaan work with each patient to achieve comfort during the course of treatment.
4. Will braces cause ulcers in my mouth?
When you first get braces, you could experience some ulcers in your mouth. If you rinse in warm salty water, they will heal within a week or two.
We provide orthodontic wax to our patients when they get braces put on as this helps protect the inside of your cheeks from rubbing against the braces, which in turn helps prevent ulcers forming. Your gums and cheeks will become accustomed to the braces and after a while you shouldn't need to use wax anymore.
5. Does it hurt to eat with braces?
After treatment for the first few days your teeth will feel a little tender and you may wish to eat softer foods. After this you should be able to eat normally again.
6. Is there anything I can't eat?
You can eat most of the good things that you eat now. However, hard, sticky, gooey or crunchy foods should be avoided because they may stick to the brackets and pull them off your teeth. In addition, the sugar can get around behind the braces and cause cavities. Foods which should be avoided include;
- Toffee
- Caramels
- Caramelised Apples
- Lollies
- Licorice
- Popcorn
- Peanuts
- Ice
- Corn chips
- French bread sticks, bread crusts or hard rolls
- Whole apples or carrots (cut them into pieces first)
- Corn on the cob (cut the corn off the cob before eating)
Plain soft chocolates are fine as long as you brush afterwards.
7. What happens if a bracket falls off?
We will simply re-attach it. Usually this is not a problem; however, if this does occur please make an appointment with us as soon as possible.
8. What are the costs involved for treatment?
Costs vary depending on what type of problem or problems the patient faces and on the treatment plan selected. After your initial consultation with Drs Bill or Patty Medland or Dr Steven Semaan,
we will provide you with a treatment plan that includes our estimate for treatment costs.
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