Living With Braces 5 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Gum is the classic braces question, and the classic answer, "absolutely not," deserves a little nuance. Sticky, sugary gum really is a bad idea with braces. But sugar-free gum is a different story, and if you wear clear aligners… Continue reading Can You Chew Gum with Braces? A Complete Guide
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Discover how gum health impacts orthodontic treatment and overall oral care. Learn tips for maintaining healthy gums with braces or Invisalign.
Swollen Gums with Braces: Causes, Solutions, and Prevention
Oral Health 6 min read • By Dr. Kevin Baharvand, Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics Puffy, tender gums are one of the most common things patients notice a few weeks into braces, and the good news is they're almost always fixable. Most of the time it's a hygiene issue, not a sign of anything serious.… Continue reading Swollen Gums with Braces: Causes, Solutions, and Prevention