Orthodontic Products We Recommend
Oral Hygiene Products
Waterpik
A water flosser is a must have for braces treatment for kids and adults. The research supported next-best-thing to flossing for cleaning between the teeth that takes just seconds. Like a power washer blasting off food and plaque. Battery operated model, portable and great for use in shower for less mess. $
Premium Waterpik
Upgraded cordless Waterpik. Same benefits as other model with increased options for pressure and rechargeable battery. Great for travel and /or use in shower to reduce mess. $$
Electric Toothbrush- Sonicare
Electric toothbrushes can offer a superior clean with built in timers and are less technique sensitive than manual toothbrushes. Works great in conjunction with waterpik. This tooth brush has a 2 min timer built in. Goal brush times: 2 min for no braces/ aligners; 3-4 min with braces. $-$$
Premium Toothbrush- Sonicare
All the bells and whistles. Same benefits as the base model with additional features and app connectivity for personalized toothbrush coaching. It also comes with a charging glass and travel case. $$$
Electric Toothbrush- Oral B
Oral B is a fantastic electric toothbrush. Offers a rotational brush head movement for superior cleaning around braces, appliances, attachments and wires. There are many options from baseline to premium models with pressure sensors/ app connectivity. $-$$$
MI Paste- White Spot Treatment
White Spot Treatment. MI tooth paste works immediately after braces come off. It improves the look of white spot lesions by helping the tooth heal itself in the 6-8 months post orthodontics. After night-time brushing, smear pea size amount on the teeth where white spots are present. Then place the retainer over it to lock the paste against the teeth during sleep for greatest effect. Also available at front desk. $
Plackers- Floss for Braces
Safe for braces. They pass behind the wire to floss between but need to be used with with gentile care as can break brackets but are much easier and quicker than using traditional floss threaders. $
Interdental Brushes
An interdental brush or proxabrush is a great way to clean around and between braces, wire, and between the teeth. This the the style for ultra-tight contacts. Always point the tip away from the gums during use to prevent gum injury/ recession. $
Dental Flossers
Aligners or Post-Ortho. This an ultra-thin tape style which is great for people with tight contacts or gum recession who need to c-curve the floss around the tooth. This style is both Dr. Boss's favorite type. (Not for braces). $
CloSYS Mouth Wash
Non-burning, alcohol-free. An amazing mouthwash for killing bacteria that can cause gingivitis and plaque. Great for sensitive mouths- kids & adults. Dye-free, sulfate free, triclosan-free, alcohol-free, and gluten-free. This is what the Dr Boss' uses at home. $
CloSYS Mint Flavored
All the same gingivitis, bad-breath, plaque fighting benefits but with gentle mint flavoring. $
Listerine Total Care
Listerine Total Care alcohol free is a great option for fighting gingivitis and has the added benefit of cavity-fighting fluoride. Did you know? Mouthwash should be used after flossing, but before brushing. $
Aligner and Retainer Products
Retainer Brite
Great disinfectant for aligners & retainers. Can use daily, but really need 1-3 times per week. Keeps them sparkling clean & fresh looking and smelling. Use room temperature or cold water, never hot. 5-10 mintues is all that is needed. What the Drs use at home. $
Ultrasonic Cleaner
Ultrasonic cleaners work extremely well at cleaning retainers and aligners and removing any leftover food products at the end of the day. Even better with Retainer Brite. Remember- only use room temperature or cold water with aligners or retainers (never hot). $
Premium Ultrasonic Cleaner
An additional high-end ultrasonic cleaner that people love. It is only sold direct and not listed on Amazon. They also sell cleaning solution and subscriptions for additional cleaning packets. $$$
Aligner Removal Tool
A very popular aligner removal tool. Helps release the aligners from the back areas first, making aligner removal less of a frustration. $
Aligner Removal Tool with Chewie
Same great aligner removal tool with built in chewie. $
Aligner Chewies
Aligner Chewie Multipack. So you can have them in every place you may remove your aligners- your case, home and car. Remember- aligners work best when followed by chewie use for 30-60 seconds every time they are placed in the mouth. $
Aligner Case
Many patients love this 2-level design, which allows more room for aligner removal tool and a chewie. $
Pontic Wax- For Missing Teeth
If you are in aligner treatment and have a missing tooth, we may recommend this product. It is a tooth colored wax that goes into the area of your clear aligner with the missing tooth to make it look like a tooth. You can change your aligner and your wax and still have the look of a full smile. $
Braces Comfort
OrthoDots- Wax Alternative
OrthoDots are an orthodontic wax alternative that sticks and stays better than traditional wax. They come in single packs and can stay for up to 24 hrs in the same area to provide lasting comfort and relief. $$
Gishy Goo- Wax Alternative
Gishy Goo is another wax alternative option that can offer more staying power than traditional orthodontic wax. $$
Orthodontic Wax
Good ole orthodontic wax, added Vitamin E and Aloe Vera for comfort and healing. Has to be replaced frequently as tends to fall off when wet. $
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