The day you get braces is the first step toward having the beautiful smile you’ve always wanted. To ensure that your transition to braces is as smooth and successful as possible, it’s important to be properly prepared. The following tips can help ensure that you have a positive experience when receiving your new braces .

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Eat a Nutritious and Filling Meal
The time it takes to apply braces will vary from patient to patient, but some individuals may find that several hours pass between the time they leave for the orthodontist’s office and finally arrive home. To make sure that you have the stamina to undergo treatment, be sure to eat a filling meal that will keep you satisfied and energized for several hours.

Discuss Your Concerns with Your Orthodontist
It’s common for patients to have concerns about what the braces application process entails. Don’t hesitate to ask your orthodontist any and all pressing questions regarding what you can expect when undergoing orthodontic treatment. You may also want to use this opportunity to discuss with your orthodontist proper oral hygiene techniques and foods to avoid while you have your braces.

Consider Making Transportation Arrangements After Your Appointment
Receiving braces is an outpatient procedure that requires no anesthesia. However, some patients might find getting braces to be a somewhat tiring process. Also, the procedure can result in moderate discomfort for some individuals at first. To minimize any potential stress or further fatigue, consider making arrangements to have someone drive you home after your appointment. Though you will soon be back to your normal everyday activities, you may want to take the rest of the day to relax and acclimate to your treatment.

Would you like to learn more about what the orthodontic process entails? Call Seligman Orthodontics at (646) 681-8516 to set up an appointment with Dr. David Seligman. Our Park Avenue office can help you determine what type of orthodontic treatment is right for you and how you can prepare for it.