It's more important than ever to brush and floss regularly when you have braces, so the teeth and gums are healthy during orthodontic treatment. Patients who do not keep their teeth clean may require more frequent visits to the dentist for a professional cleaning. Adults who have a history of gum disease should also see a periodontist during orthodontic treatment. Watch the two videos below on the proper care of braces during orthodontic treatment.
What can you eat? Let's talk about what you shouldn't eat! For the first day or so, stick to soft foods. Avoid tough meats, hard breads, and raw vegetables. Before long, you'll be able to bite a cucumber again. But you'll need to protect your orthodontic appliances when you eat for as long as you're wearing braces.
When you get your braces on, you may feel general soreness in your mouth and teeth may be tender to biting pressures for 3 -- 5 days. Take Tylenol or whatever you normally take for headache or discomfort. The lips, cheeks and tongue may also become irritated for one to two weeks as they toughen and become accustomed to the braces. We will supply wax to put on the braces in irritated areas to lessen discomfort.
This is to be expected throughout treatment. Don't worry! It's normal. Teeth must loosen first so they can move. The teeth will firm up in their new --- corrected --- positions after treatment is completed.
To successfully complete orthodontic treatment, the patient must work together with the orthodontist. The teeth and jaws can only move toward their corrected positions if the patient consistently wears the rubber bands or other appliances as prescribed. Lack of cooperation following instructions and damaged appliances lengthen the treatment time... so please ... follow instructions.
We support the community! Since 2000, Get It Straight has donated over 1.3 million dollars in donations and services. Check out our Smile For Your Life program for our families that otherwise could not afford braces.
We specialize in treating the unique needs of adults. We have the most experience in the area for the clear options adults prefer, including 1000s of Invisalign and Damon Clear cases. We have a separate adult treatment area for their comfort!
The latest technology. Our office stays on the cutting edge. In fact, orthodontists around the country spend time at our office to learn the newest techniques available. Many advanced techniques and products are clinically tested at our office!
We make it affordable. We offer extremely flexible payment options, including no interest financing with low monthly payments. We participate in most insurance and work with both FSA and HSA programs to save you money.
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newest oldest highest lowestJen Sorochinsky
a year ago
Dr. Terry was really down to earth and I love that he focuses on airway.
Kevin Chernenkoff
a year ago
Lovely staff and Carolyn was amazing with my daughter.
Veronika Talbott
a year ago
Very friendly people.
Nicole Corrado
a year ago
Professional, friendly and thorough visit. I highly recommend this practice!
April K
a year ago
Dr. G and the team are wonderful. They take their time and talk to you about every and anything! 10/10 recommend for all your orthodontic needs.
Boozumbuddybullies Burgesses
a year ago
They just make you feel like they have known you forever. Extremely understanding with given circumstances and very reasonable!
Alicia Lynn
a year ago
The office is always welcoming and friendly. I was in and out and didn't have to wait long for the doctor to come over. It was raining sideways the day I went and didn't bring an umbrella in and they gave me one, they are so nice!! It actually a dentist appointment that I don't hate going to! Thank you!
Bonnie Coyles
a year ago
I thought that everyone at this office was very friendly and knowledgeable. I was very impressed.
Heather Geiger
a year ago
The staff is always welcoming/professional and they are the best of the best at what they do! The space is very comfortable and has all of the amenities that you could ask for while you wait.
Taylor Santasieri
a year ago
everyone was very well coming and informative. highly recommend!!!
Nancy Foster
2 years ago
Great consultation with Dr. G on Monday. GIS is 5 STAR! Excellent care, warm and friendly ambience and community support.
Bradley Ross
2 years ago
I was pleasantly surprised how professional, modern, and organized the whole business is. It is truly a well oiled machine. The techs, the dentists, and the staff in general are wonderful, and they know exactly how to create a perfect smile!
Maggie Finucane
2 years ago
Very productive visit . Lots of important information shared with us Staff very kind and shared information about progress and plan for care .
Peter Roussell
2 years ago
Great service
Karen's Bubble
2 years ago
I have never been to the other locations, but I'm sure they are all as amazing as the Pittsford one! From start to finish, everyone is amazing, friendly, and so helpful! And Dr.Giangreco.... One of the nicest and best orthodontics I have ever had the pleasure of meeting and having work done by!!
April Beagley
2 years ago
My family loves GIS! My third kid is set up for braces this winter! The entire staff is friendly and accommodating. We love when we have visits because the atmosphere is so nice and welcoming and comfortable! Always recommend Get It Straight to all my friends and family.
patricia gellner
2 years ago
I found Get It Straight to be a very positive experience. This was my first consult and everyone who spoke with me was professional, pleasant and made sure that all my questions were answered. The explanation of what was to happen with Invisiline aligners was thorough and I appreciated the printout of the reasons for this treatment.
Christian Sanelli
2 years ago
Stay clear of this practice! My daughter got braces there. They told her she wouldn't feel soreness until the following day. Well her pain started that very day, and got so bad in the evening we called their emergency line for help. I made the first call at midnight. NO response after 30 minutes. So I called again at 12:30. NO response after ANOTHER 30 minutes. I called for a third time, at 1am. NO response! It was only after 8am that they returned my call. Over EIGHT hours later! This is unconscionable, inexcusable!
Nicole Allen
2 years ago
My daughter needs braces today and they did a great job with her and explained things so well.
Patty C
2 years ago
Clean, friendly, informative!
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