Ceramic braces are similar to metal braces in terms of structure but they re less noticeable because they use clear or tooth colored brackets rather than gray or metallic colored components.
Baking soda to clean ceramic braces.
Adding baking soda to straight vinegar will create a mini volcano you may remember that from science class.
It is possible to brush with baking soda either with or without braces.
Never use boiling or really hot water to clean your retainer as the high temperature can melt the plastic and deform it resulting in an improper fit.
However baking soda is quite abrasive so it is better to use a less abrasive medium such as toothpaste.
Baking soda is great to use when cleaning cooktops but avoid using it if you have a smooth top made of ceramic glass.
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Hey everyone welcome back to my channel i have been told by my orthodontist that i have really great hygiene and i know its really hard to keep your braces.
Good hygiene means clear and clean.
Even best is to use a toothpaste with fluoride for its protective ben.
Ceramic braces are an aesthetic alternative to metal braces.
Ceramic braces are far less visible than full metal.
Ask your orthodontist about using prophy jet an air polishing device that sprays a baking soda paste on the ceramic bracket and bonding glue to gently grind off discolorations.
Wearing braces for a prolonged period of time helps straighten teeth and correct overbites underbites crossbites or widely spaced teeth.
I usually recommend it used once a week for a weekly deep clean.
While wearing braces you may notice buildup from food tartar and plaque forming on or around the braces as well as slight discoloration of the braces most noticeable with ceramic braces.