Back To School Means Extra Care for Your Braces, From Dr. Elchahal

It may be summer, but fall is fast approaching. Here are a few tips from Dr. Elchahal about protecting your teeth and braces during all your activities!



Playing Sports with Braces

We recommend that you protect your teeth during orthodontic treatment by wearing a mouthguard when participating in any contact sports. You can purchase mouthguards at our office that are designed to be worn with braces. Be warned, some mouthguards do not work well with braces, so consult us first!



Playing a Musical Instrument with Braces

For those of you in band, some instruments (most wind instruments) have an initial adjustment period while in orthodontic treatment.

Always exercise care with your braces, if you are worried about damaging them in a particular activity, ask us first!

--Dr. Alec N. Elchahal & Staff