The Essential LightForce™ 3D Braces Care Guide

Here’s what you need to know to keep your LightForce braces and your smile on track throughout your treatment.

Master the art of Brushing & Flossing

Brackets and wires can trap food and plaque, so keeping your teeth clean is essential.

• Brush at least twice a day for 3-4 minutes using a soft toothbrush and a fluoride toothpaste such as BioMin - available from our online shop. Take extra care when brushing around your braces and along the gumline.
• Use interdental brushes to reach small areas your toothbrush might miss.
• Floss daily with a floss threader or orthodontic flosser. A water flosser can also be helpful. Check out our online store for essential products to keep your smile healthy throughout treatment shop.landlortho.com.au.

Eat Smart: Braces-Friendly Foods

Your diet plays a crucial role in keeping your LightForce braces intact. Stick to soft, braces-safe foods to avoid unnecessary breakages.

• Best Choices: Soft fruits, yogurt, smoothies, pasta, scrambled eggs, mashed potatoes, and soft-cooked vegetables.
• Foods to Avoid: Hard, crunchy, sticky, and chewy foods like popcorn, nuts, ice, caramel, and chewing gum.

Manage Discomfort

It’s normal to feel some tenderness after your LightForce braces are fitted or adjusted. Here are a few ways to help:

• Use orthodontic wax to cover any brackets or wires causing irritation.
• Take over-the-counter pain relief if needed.
• Rinse with warm salt water to soothe sore spots or ulcers
• Stick to soft foods for a few days if your mouth feels sensitive.

Protect Your Teeth and LightForce 3D Braces During Sport

If you play a contact sport, wearing a mouthguard is a must to help protect your teeth and braces.

We recommend the NeoMorph mouthguard, which is specially designed for braces. You can purchase one in our clinic or order online at shop.landlortho.com.au.

If you have a wire or bracket break during sport or activity, please contact us as soon as possible for an appointment.

Stay on Track with Your Appointments

Regular visits allow us to check your progress and make any necessary adjustments.

• Attend all scheduled appointments.
• If you notice a loose bracket or a wire poking out, please let us know straight away, either via a phone call or through the Dental Monitoring app.

Use the Dental Monitoring App

The Dental Monitoring app makes it easier to track your treatment. You’ll be able to send us regular scans, ask questions, and receive feedback without needing to come into the clinic as often. It’s a great way to stay on track, especially if life gets busy!

We’re Here to Help

Every smile is unique and we’re here to support yours at every step. If you have questions or concerns about your braces or your mouth, don’t hesitate to reach out. You can contact us through the Dental Monitoring app or by giving us a call (03) 9846 3111.