As toothbrushing is an integral part of the homecare routine, using one that you like (electric or manual) for a minimum of 2 minutes around the full mouth 3x per day is all that we ask for. If you’d like to consider an electric toothbrush option here are some of Walt Ortho’s favourites:

There are many types of toothpaste on the market but the 3 essentials to look for in your toothpaste while in Orthodontic treatment are:

1. CDA-approved

2. Contains Fluoride

3. Has tooth sensitivity protection

Walt Ortho would highly recommend the following:

There are many different mouthwash formulations however some important considerations are:

1. Good for gum health

2. Contained antibacterial properties

3. Alcohol-free

Walt Ortho would highly recommend the following:

A Water Flosser is a great investment and adjunctive tool in oral health care but should not replace traditional flossing. To help reduce time with your flossing routine the waterpik can remove small food debris which can get stuck between your braces and wires.

Walt Ortho highly recommends the following:

A helpful video on how to use the waterpik can be found here!

Aligners are generally easy to remove once you get the hang of it, however if you need some assistance for some hard to reach spots this tool can be helpful!

Floss threaders will become your new best friend but super floss can take it to the next level. To help speed up time you may want to consider the all-in-one floss with threader tip.

Water and Toothpaste are what is necessary to keep your aligners and retainers clean. If you are looking to refresh them more then this product may be useful.

Keeping your teeth protected during high contact sports is important; when in braces it’s even more critical. As teeth are constantly moving during your treatment, a custom mouth guard can not be used. Standard mouth guards suggested here can be cut, shaped and formed to your needs. If you need some help please bring yours to your next appointment!

Thumb sucking and nail biting habits can cause detriments to the teeth and bite. These habits need to be broken as soon as possible and this product is an excellent tool to use. Mavala has a distinct bitter taste and when painted over the nail it will discourage nail biting and thumb sucking. Please read the instructions in the package before use.