What is oral clearance?

“Clearing the mouth” is a necessary and important step before starting the orthodontic process. To make the oral and dental health ready, reduce problems that may occur during orthodontic treatment. Orthodontics is moving teeth to the desired position. Every tooth and gum of the patient plays an important role in moving teeth. If there are weak gums and teeth, there will be problems, the orthodontic treatment will have to be stopped and must return for treatment to be fully healed first or may have to start the treatment process all over again. This article will tell you the importance, details and steps of clearing the mouth in detail.

Why do you need to clean your mouth before getting braces?

Clearing your mouth before braces is an important step that helps the braces follow the dentist’s plan and prevents oral health complications during treatment. The main reasons are as follows:

1.Prevent infections and oral health problems.

If you have cavities, gum disease or plaque before you get braces, you may get an infection or gingivitis during your braces because the braces make it harder to clean your teeth.

2.Reduce the risk of tooth decay during braces.

If there are small cavities or cavities that are not treated, they can spread and become a major problem during orthodontic treatment, which may require stopping orthodontic treatment to treat the cavities.

3.Increase the efficiency of orthodontic treatment.

Healthy, problem-free teeth allow braces to work more effectively, moving teeth to their proper position more quickly.

4.Prepare the area for tooth movement.

If there are impacted teeth or teeth that are in the wrong position, they may need to be extracted first so that the teeth can move according to the treatment plan. As for the extraction of non-impacted teeth, in some cases, it will create a space for the teeth to move according to the plan that the dentist has set. Each case has a different number of teeth extracted for orthodontics. Some cases may have teeth extracted before orthodontics, but in some cases, they are extracted during orthodontics or do not need to be extracted at all, depending on the dentist’s plan.

5.Reduce pain and future complications.

If you have tooth decay or gum disease before having braces, it may cause pain or complications that will take time to fix, which will make the braces period longer.

What do I need to do to clear my mouth?

Clearing the mouth before braces The dentist will examine the health of the mouth and teeth in detail, such as X-rays to check for tooth decay, wisdom teeth, and other problems before wearing braces, whether it is filling a decayed tooth, root canal treatment in cases of tooth decay that cannot be treated with a filling method, or extracting teeth that cannot be treated and kept. Generally, clearing the mouth to prepare for braces will have the following procedures:

1.Scrape away tartar and clean your mouth.

• Removes plaque and bacteria that build up on your teeth and gums
• Prevents gingivitis or other oral health problems
• Helps your braces work better and reduces the chances of bad breath

2.Treat tooth decay and fill problem teeth.

• If you have cavities, you should have them filled before getting braces.
• If the cavities are so severe that they cannot be filled, you may need to get a root canal treatment first.
• This prevents the cavities from spreading during braces, which makes the treatment more difficult.

3.Extract necessary teeth.

• Wisdom teeth extraction that may affect orthodontic treatment
• Extra teeth or teeth that are in the wrong position are extracted to create space for teeth to move.
• In some cases, some permanent teeth may need to be extracted to make the teeth more aligned.

4.Treat gum disease (if any)

• If you have gingivitis or periodontal disease, you should treat it first.
• Gum disease can cause loose teeth and affect orthodontics.
• You may need to have your teeth scaled or treated with antibiotics.

5.Thorough dental check-up

• Examine the structure of the teeth and jaws with an X-ray
• Plan the treatment and choose the appropriate orthodontic method
• Take pictures of the teeth before starting the orthodontic treatment to compare the changes

Oral cleaning steps before braces

1. Oral health check by a dentist
2. Scaling and plaque removal
3. Fillings if there are cavities
4. Extraction of teeth if necessary
5. Root canal treatment if there are deep cavities
6. Check the health of the gums and oral tissues

Benefits of oral cavity cleaning before braces

1. Reduce the risk of gum disease and tooth decay
2. Make orthodontics effective
3. Reduce pain or complications that may occur
4. Help teeth move more easily during orthodontics
5. How long before orthodontics should I clean my mouth?

The time it takes to clear your mouth before getting braces depends on each person’s teeth and gums. Generally, it takes about 1-4 weeks, but in some cases, it may take longer if there are oral health problems that need to be treated first.

What type of braces makes it easy to care for your teeth during braces?

Clear braces and metal braces have differences in dental care during braces as follows:

1.Convenience in cleaning teeth and gums

• Clear braces:
  • Can be removed while eating and brushing teeth, allowing for convenient brushing and flossing as usual.
  • Reduces the risk of plaque and cavities around the appliance.
• Can be removed while eating and brushing, allowing you to brush and floss as you normally would.
• Reduces the risk of plaque and cavities around your braces.
• Metal braces:
• Requires a special toothbrush or interdental brush and special floss to clean around your braces.
• Higher risk of food and tartar buildup
  • Use a special toothbrush or interdental brush and special dental floss to clean around braces.
  • Higher risk of food and tartar buildup

2.Maintenance during orthodontic treatment

• Clear braces:
  • Keep your trays clean by washing them every time you remove them.
  • Avoid eating or drinking dark or sweet foods and drinks while wearing your trays to prevent stains from forming.
• Metal braces:
  • Avoid hard, chewy or crispy foods that may damage your appliance.
  • You should see your dentist regularly for adjustments.

3.Comfort and oral health

• Clear braces:
  • Reduces irritation of the gums and cheeks due to the absence of metal or wires
  • Generally better oral health as they are easier to clean
• Metal braces:
  • May cause irritation from wires or metal.
  • If not properly cared for, may be at risk of tooth decay and gum disease.

Metal braces:

• Clear braces are easier to maintain because they can be removed while eating and the teeth can be cleaned thoroughly.
• However, the choice of braces should also depend on other factors, such as the complexity of the dental problem, the cost, and the advice of the dentist.

summarize

Clearing your mouth before braces is an important step that should not be overlooked. Having good oral health will help your braces go smoothly and effectively. You should see a dentist to check your oral health and receive advice on how to prepare before getting braces.

If you want to consult about your oral and dental health or are planning to get braces, come and consult at TDH Dental. We have a team of Red Diamond Providers with over 1,000 cases of experience using the Aesthetic Norm braces technique that allows braces and facial beauty to be done together perfectly. You can consult at TDH Dental, a dental clinic that has received ISO 9001:2015 certification, providing services in all dental fields. We have experienced dentists and a professional team that will take good care of you throughout your treatment, along with complete and modern tools and equipment.