Orthodontic Specialists

Mouthwash, Diet Tips & Regular Appointments

Using the right mouthwash, making sensible food choices and attending your scheduled orthodontic appointments can help keep your teeth and gums healthy throughout treatment. These simple habits support better oral hygiene, reduce the risk of damage to your braces or aligners, and help ensure your treatment progresses as planned.

General Dentistry in Adelaide & North Adelaide

Mouthwash

You must use Curasept ADS 205 mouthwash once daily, preferably at night.

Benefits:

  • Strengthens enamel
  • Helps prevent decay and white spots
  • Reduces harmful bacteria
  • Supports healthy gums

Tip: Keep the lid tightly closed and store in a cool, dry place at room temperature to maintain effectiveness.

Diet Tips

Certain foods can increase plaque buildup or damage your braces.

Avoid:

  • Sticky foods (caramel, chewing gum)
  • Hard foods (nuts, ice, pretzels, hard lollies, chocolate straight from the fridge)
  • Crunchy foods (popcorn, thick chips)
  • Sugary drinks and snacks
  • Foods that require biting into forcefully (whole apples, raw carrots, corn on the cob)

Habits such as chewing ice, pens, pencils, or nails can damage your braces and affect treatment progress.
Never use your teeth as tools (e.g., opening bottles).

Limit:

  • Soft drinks, fruit juices, cordial, and energy drinks

Tip: Drink water after eating if you cannot brush straight away.

Regular Dental Visits

Continue to visit your general dentist, hygienist, or oral health therapist every 6 months for check-ups and professional cleaning.

Tip: Do not miss your orthodontic appointments with Dr Chisholm—this helps ensure your treatment stays on track.