I know i have 2 questions in this but im eating jello right now that is sugar free and i got my braces 2 days ago and my orthadonist told me to brush after every meal but do i have to brush after every snack as well even if it is sugar free?
2006-12-24 16:45:55 · 5 answers · asked by ♥Choco Lover♥ 3 in Health ➔ Dental
bobhob222 i was eating jello while asking this question and i brushed after...smart one
2006-12-24 17:13:13 · update #1
yes, with braces it is especially important to brush WELL after every meal, snack, whatever you eat. your braces will trap food, and thoes particles of food become a greenhouse for bacteria, which causes plaq buildup, which leads to tooth decay. brush well!
2006-12-24 18:07:52 · answer #1 · answered by superyduperymommy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, the purpose is to diloges ALL foods from your braces so tooth decay doen't set in. Here is a link that will help you understand whats going on
2006-12-24 16:55:15 · answer #2 · answered by flutteredonby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you eat, you brush. ANY food can become a haven for bacteria.
2006-12-24 16:54:49 · answer #3 · answered by Uther Aurelianus 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my sister had them too and ya she did brush her teeth after every snack no matter what
2006-12-24 16:57:37 · answer #4 · answered by ~sharmo~ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you could have brushed ur teeth in the amount of time it took to ask that question...yes you should
2006-12-24 16:55:50 · answer #5 · answered by bobhob222 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋