How I Overcame Dreading Patients with Braces as a Hygienist

I used to dread the arrival  of children and teenagers with braces - shorter appointment times with more work to meticulously complete around brackets and wires. Still being young, many of them have yet to develop proper hygiene habits. And how do I get them to floss when I despise threading floss through? Good hygiene is incredibly important, especially for a positive outcome with braces. If they don't properly care for their teeth during treatment, then we know the problems like extreme decalcification, and decay with kids who are using clear aligners! Since they have not developed the proper skills, even with removable appliances, the issue persists. For most patients, regardless of their skill level, a good therapeutic rinse can be super beneficial. There are a few key ingredients to look out for to help with this and improve not only orthodontic patient's oral health but the whole child in general...
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