Questions asked by Orthodontic Patients

1. 1 Questions asked by Orthodontic Patients 1-Do I still need to see my regular dentist? Yes, it will be important to still checkups with your regular dentist throughout orthodontic treatment so that your teeth can be checked for decay. 2-What do I do if play contact sports? It is recommended you wear a gum shield. This will also be the case if you enjoy riding a bicycle, roller- skating or skateboarding. You will be advised about this. 3-What if I play a musical instrument? If you play a wind instrument, particularly the flute or a brass instrument, then a fixed brace may make it more difficult. You will need to discuss this with your music teacher. 4-What do I do if my brace breaks? Repeated breakage delay the progress of your treatment and can prolong the length of time that you will wear the brace. If you do break the brace, please telephone the department and ask for emergency appointment to get it fixed. Do not leave it until next appointment. The daytime telephone number you should contact if breakage occurs is: ---------------------- Questions asked by Questions asked by O Orthodontic rthodontic P Patients atients Dr. Dr. Mohammed Alruby Mohammed Alruby