Back to School Braces Care

Is your child going back to school this fall with braces on? Braces don’t have to make a big difference in your child’s life at school, but giving your child the tools and information they need to take care of their braces can make life easier for both of you. As your dentist in Hilliard, OH, we’re happy to help you and your child take care of the braces throughout the school year.

Send Your Child Braces-Friendly Lunches and Snacks

Not all foods work with braces, so it’s important to remember to keep braces-friendly lunches and snacks on hand when it’s school time. Remember that the worst snacks for braces are ones that are very sticky or crunchy. Sticky foods will get caught in braces wires and can be very hard to clean out, while crunchy foods can bend or break parts of the braces.

Some examples of good snacks and lunch foods that you can send include sandwiches cut into small pieces, applesauce and yogurt. If you’re having a hard time coming up with ideas for your child to eat at school, consider asking the dentist.

Remind Your Child Which Foods Don’t Work With Braces

Most likely, you and your child have already had a conversation about which foods do and don’t work with braces. This might be a good time to remind your child that they shouldn’t eat any snacks that other children bring to school if those snacks aren’t braces-friendly.

Send Your Child With a Braces Care Kit

Send your child with a toothbrush, toothpaste, floss and dental wax. Having a braces care kit at school will help your child keep their teeth clean throughout the day, and can help them avoid discomfort as well.

Need a Mirror? Send A Magnetic One

Does your child need a mirror during the day to check for food in their braces? Send them with a magnetic mirror that will attach to the inside of their locker, so they can check for food pieces caught in their braces.

Need more advice to help your child take care of their braces in Hilliard, OH? Call Fishinger Dental today to make an appointment. We can answer your braces-related questions and get your child off to the right start this school year.