• Welcome to braces!

    If you need a quick refresher on everything we told you at your banding appointment you can find general braces info here.

  • Magic wax for sore cheeks

    Remember when you first get your braces fitted your gums & cheeks could become sore in places where they rub on the appliances. Click for a quick reminder on using magic wax.

  • Food reminders

    You would have received a “Stop Think” fridge magnet, however you can also visit eating with braces. Quick tip : if it is sticky, hard or sweet avoid it!

  • Keeping your braces clean

    Here is the instruction on how to brush with braces (don't forget to reference your mirror cling too)

  • Using disclotabs

    These are a great way to check if you are cleaning correctly, go to diclotabs instruction for how to use them.

  • Is it an emergency?

    Whilst there are very few true medical emergencies in orthodontics, sometimes things can come loose or become troublesome & usually at the most inconvenient times! Advice on orthodontic emergencies here.

  • Visit your dentist!

    Although you will visit us regularly, we are not looking for cavities. It is important that you still visit your dentist regularly throughout your braces journey

Need help with anything?

If you have any questions you can call your practice, we are there from 9am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 4pm on Fridays.  Or you can of course email any time and we will respond just as soon as we can.

If you have a situation that you think might need urgent attention, we have an after-hours emergency service for our patients.  Call your regular practice and you will hear the emergency number instructions.

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