{"id":151,"date":"2021-05-21T07:09:29","date_gmt":"2021-05-21T07:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/?page_id=151"},"modified":"2022-09-03T10:51:30","modified_gmt":"2022-09-03T10:51:30","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ&#8217;s"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#e2e2e2;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-align-content-flex-start fusion-flex-justify-content-center\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_4_5 4_5 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-center fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div ><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-dropshadow imageframe-1 hover-type-zoomin\" style=\"border-radius:6px;-webkit-box-shadow: 3px 3px 7px rgba(0,0,0,0.3);box-shadow: 3px 3px 7px rgba(0,0,0,0.3);\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/duraanorthodontics.co.za\/afr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/OTD-23-scaled-e1655964623339.jpg\" alt class=\"img-responsive\"\/><\/span><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1 fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"margin-top:50px;margin-bottom:10px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-responsive-typography-calculated\" style=\"--fontsize: 40; line-height: 1.2; text-align: center;\" data-fontsize=\"40\" data-lineheight=\"48px\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-bottom:20px;width:100%;max-width:200px;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"border-color:#6796bf;border-top-width:5px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2 fusion-animated fusion-text-no-margin\" style=\"line-height:1;margin-top:10px;margin-right:5%;margin-bottom:10px;margin-left:5%;\" data-animationType=\"fadeInRight\" data-animationDuration=\"0.8\" data-animationOffset=\"top-into-view\"><h6 class=\"\" style=\"--fontsize: 18; line-height: 1.5; --minfontsize: 18; text-align: left;\" data-fontsize=\"18\" data-lineheight=\"27px\">If you are considering orthodontic treatment, you may still have many questions at this stage. Browse through our <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/faqs\/\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/span> section to get the most common questions you may have answered. Be sure to make a list of any other questions you may have to discuss with Dr Du Raan during your first consultation.<\/h6>\n<\/div><div style=\"text-align:center;\"><style>.fusion-button.button-1 .fusion-button-text{color:#ffffff;text-transform:uppercase;}.fusion-button.button-1{border-color:#FF0000;border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;background:#ff0000;}.fusion-button.button-1 i,.fusion-button.button-1:hover .fusion-button-text,.fusion-button.button-1:hover i,.fusion-button.button-1:focus .fusion-button-text,.fusion-button.button-1:focus i,.fusion-button.button-1:active .fusion-button-text,.fusion-button.button-1:active i{color:#ffffff;}.fusion-button.button-1:hover,.fusion-button.button-1:active,.fusion-button.button-1:focus{border-color:#ffffff;background:#ff3333;}.fusion-button.button-1 .fusion-button-icon-divider,.fusion-button.button-1:hover .fusion-button-icon-divider,.fusion-button.button-1:active .fusion-button-icon-divider,.fusion-button.button-1:focus 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background-color: #f78c1d!important;border-color: #f78c1d!important;}<\/style><div class=\"fusion-faq-shortcode\"><div class=\"fusion-faqs-wrapper\"><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\"><div class=\"panel-group \" id=\"accordian-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-186 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">Playing Sports With Braces<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-07-13T06:01:55+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-186\" href=\"#collapse-1-186\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Playing Sports With Braces<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-186\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>Wearing braces doesn\u2019t mean you have to stop playing sports. If you play contact sports, it is recommended that you wear a sports mouth guard while playing. This can protect your mouth from many accidents that involve the face. If you have been hit in the face while playing, check your mouth and appliances immediately. In the case that your teeth have been loosened or the appliance has been damaged, call the practice for an urgent appointment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-184 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">Loose Wires and Bands<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-07-13T06:02:45+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-184\" href=\"#collapse-1-184\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Loose Wires and Bands<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-184\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>When your band or wire is loose, it is important that you call the practice to set up an appointment to fix it. If the bracket is loose but still attached to the wire, leave it alone and avoid touching it. If it is irritating the inside of your mouth, place a little orthodontic wax on the area. If the bracket can be easily removed from the wire, place it in a plastic bag and bring it to your appointment.<\/p>\n<p>If the wire is loose, try to place it back in its proper position with sterilized tweezers or needle nose pliers. If you cannot put the wire in a comfortable position, clip the wire with fingernail clippers behind the last tooth that it is fastened to.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-182 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">Loosening of Teeth During Orthodontic Treatment<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-21T07:24:41+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-182\" href=\"#collapse-1-182\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Loosening of Teeth During Orthodontic Treatment<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-182\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>While undergoing orthodontic treatment, it is normal to have some loosening of the teeth. Once your teeth are in their proper positions at the end of the treatment, that looseness will end.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-179 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">General Soreness During Orthodontic Treatment<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-21T07:23:58+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-179\" href=\"#collapse-1-179\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">General Soreness During Orthodontic Treatment<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-179\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>Soreness after getting braces is normal and temporary. You may notice soreness after having braces placed on your teeth and after getting an adjustment to your braces. In these instances, you may find that your teeth feel tender while eating for a few days. You can rinse your mouth with warm saltwater to lessen some of your discomfort. If your mouth is particularly tender, you may take a mild pain reliever.<\/p>\n<p>The lips, cheeks and tongue often become irritated for a couple of weeks after getting braces. Once your mouth is accustomed to the feeling of wearing braces, this irritation will subside. General irritation from wires and brackets can be alleviated by putting wax on the braces.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-177 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">Which Foods May I Eat During Orthodontic Treatment?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-21T07:23:04+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-177\" href=\"#collapse-1-177\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Which Foods May I Eat During Orthodontic Treatment?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-177\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><ul>\n<li>Dairy \u2014 Soft cheese, pudding and milk are safe to consume.<\/li>\n<li>Breads \u2014 Soft tortillas, pancakes and muffins without nuts are safe and easy to eat.<\/li>\n<li>Grains \u2014 Pasta and soft-cooked rice are great options.<\/li>\n<li>Meats and Poultry \u2014 Lunch meat, soft-cooked chicken and meatballs are good to eat with braces.<\/li>\n<li>Seafood \u2014 Tuna, salmon and crab cakes are soft and easy to eat.<\/li>\n<li>Vegetables \u2014 Mashed potatoes, spinach and beans can be eaten comfortably.<\/li>\n<li>Fruits \u2014 Applesauce, bananas and fruit juice are healthy and great with braces.<\/li>\n<li>Treats \u2014 Ice cream without nuts, milkshakes, Jell-O and soft cakes are good treat options while wearing braces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-175 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">I Feel Anxious or Afraid When Visiting the Orthodontist. What Can I Do?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-27T07:08:36+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-175\" href=\"#collapse-1-175\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">I Feel Anxious or Afraid When Visiting the Orthodontist. What Can I Do?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-175\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>If you have dental phobia\u00a0or\u00a0even avoid seeing\u00a0the\u00a0orthodontist regularly, you\u00a0can\u00a0overcome your fears by identifying them and building positive experiences with your orthodontist. Be aware that your fear of\u00a0the\u00a0orthodontist is normal.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-173 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">Can an Orthodontist Help Me With Jaw Problems?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-27T07:07:10+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-173\" href=\"#collapse-1-173\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Can an Orthodontist Help Me With Jaw Problems?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-173\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>Orthodontists diagnose and treat teeth positioned incorrectly in your jaw. They also correct jaw abnormalities. This can help you feel more confident about your smile and have a well-functioning bite.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-171 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">How long will orthodontic treatment take?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-27T07:06:26+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-171\" href=\"#collapse-1-171\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How long will orthodontic treatment take?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-171\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>Orthodontic treatment will take about\u00a0two years. During this time, your teeth will slowly move into their desired positions, leaving you with a great smile with as little discomfort as possible.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-169 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">What Is Headgear?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-07-06T15:38:43+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-169\" href=\"#collapse-1-169\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Is Headgear?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-169\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Cervical\u00a0headgear:<\/strong> Anchors at the back of the neck and\u00a0is\u00a0meant to correct an overbite<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>High-pull\u00a0headgear:<\/strong> Similar to the cervical headgear, anchors at the back of the head to correct an overbite.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Reverse-pull facemask:<\/strong> Anchors on the forehead and chin\u00a0in\u00a0order to move the upper jaw forward and correct an underbite.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-167 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">What Do I Do If I Have an Orthodontic Emergency?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-07-06T15:41:12+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-167\" href=\"#collapse-1-167\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Do I Do If I Have an Orthodontic Emergency?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-167\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>If you are experiencing an orthodontic emergency, please contact our practice for immediate assistance. Our dedicated staff is available 24\/7 to assist our patients with emergency orthodontic care.<\/p>\n<p>Phone:\u00a0<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"tel:021 569 3477\"><span style=\"color: #ff0000; text-decoration: underline;\">021 569 3477<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-165 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">How Do I Keep My Teeth Clean While Wearing Braces?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-07-06T15:46:24+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-165\" href=\"#collapse-1-165\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How Do I Keep My Teeth Clean While Wearing Braces?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-165\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Brushing:<\/strong>\u00a0Rinse your mouth with water before you begin brushing. This will break up loose food particles and make the rest of the brushing that much easier.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Flossing:<\/strong>\u00a0Flossing remains just as important when you wear\u00a0braces. Using a floss threader can make this task easier.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Water Jet:<\/strong>\u00a0After brushing and flossing, use a water jet to remove any stubborn food particles that are stuck around the\u00a0braces\u00a0or between the\u00a0teeth.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Mouth Rinse:<\/strong> After brushing, use a fluoride rinse. We recommend using your fluoride mouth rinse at least four times a day to prevent minor inflammation of the gums.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Retainer Care:<\/strong> Keeping your dental retainer clean is just as important.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Braces-Friendly Diet:<\/strong> There are certain foods you will want to avoid when wearing braces, such as snack chips and sticky foods.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-163 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">What Are My Treatment Options?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-07-06T15:52:09+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-163\" href=\"#collapse-1-163\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Are My Treatment Options?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-163\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; color: #222222; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Du Raan Orthodontics offers a variety of services and treatments that will ensure you get the beautiful smile you deserve.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Complete Adult and Child Orthodontics<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Aligner Therapy using SPARK aligners<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Ceramic Clear \/ White Braces<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Stainless Steel Brackets<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Nickel Free Brackets and Wires<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul style=\"color: #222222; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small; margin-top: 0cm; margin-bottom: 0cm;\" type=\"disc\">\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Speciality Appliances<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Interceptive Treatment<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Removable Functional Appliances<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin: 0cm 0cm 8pt; line-height: 15.6933px; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; line-height: 17.12px; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">Habit Correcting Appliances (Thumb-sucking appliances, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"text-align:left;\"><style>.fusion-button.button-2 .fusion-button-text{color:#ffffff;text-transform:uppercase;}.fusion-button.button-2{border-color:#ffffff;border-radius:4px 4px 4px 4px;background:#f78c1d;}.fusion-button.button-2 i,.fusion-button.button-2:hover .fusion-button-text,.fusion-button.button-2:hover i,.fusion-button.button-2:focus .fusion-button-text,.fusion-button.button-2:focus i,.fusion-button.button-2:active .fusion-button-text,.fusion-button.button-2:active i{color:#ffffff;}.fusion-button.button-2:hover,.fusion-button.button-2:active,.fusion-button.button-2:focus{border-color:#ffffff;background:#ffad49;}.fusion-button.button-2 .fusion-button-icon-divider,.fusion-button.button-2:hover .fusion-button-icon-divider,.fusion-button.button-2:active .fusion-button-icon-divider,.fusion-button.button-2:focus .fusion-button-icon-divider{border-color:#ffffff;}<\/style><a class=\"fusion-button button-flat fusion-button-default-size button-custom button-2 fusion-button-default-span fusion-button-default-type\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/treatments\/\"><span class=\"fusion-button-text fusion-button-text-right\">Learn more<\/span><span class=\"fusion-button-icon-divider button-icon-divider-right\"><i class=\"fa-tooth fas\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-161 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">Am I Too Old for Orthodontic Treatment?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-27T07:05:31+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-161\" href=\"#collapse-1-161\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Am I Too Old for Orthodontic Treatment?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-161\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>No, you are never too old for orthodontic treatment, but age is rarely a deciding factor. Orthodontic treatment can be as successful for adults as it is for adolescents. Your orthodontist considers many variables when developing your customised treatment plan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-159 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">When Should My Child Receive Their First Orthodontic Screening?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-27T07:04:42+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-159\" href=\"#collapse-1-159\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">When Should My Child Receive Their First Orthodontic Screening?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-159\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>Children receive their initial orthodontic screening by the age of 7. At this age, several permanent teeth have erupted and any developing problems will be easy to diagnose and treat.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-157 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">What Is Orthodontics?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-27T07:01:04+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-157\" href=\"#collapse-1-157\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">What Is Orthodontics?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-157\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>Orthodontics is a specialty of dentistry that deals with the diagnosis, prevention, and correction of malpositioned teeth and jaws, and misaligned bite patterns. It can also focus on modifying facial growth, known as dentofacial orthopaedics. Abnormal alignment of the teeth and jaws is common.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-155 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">Which Foods Should I Avoid During Orthodontic Treatment?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-05-21T07:18:29+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-155\" href=\"#collapse-1-155\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Which Foods Should I Avoid During Orthodontic Treatment?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-155\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><ul>\n<li>Ice \u2014 Eating ice can damage both your teeth and your braces.<\/li>\n<li>Snack Chips \u2014 Chips like Doritos, Cheetos and tortilla chips can cause damage to your braces.<\/li>\n<li>Sticky Foods \u2014 Caramels and chewing gum can get stuck in your braces, causing damage.<\/li>\n<li>Hard Foods \u2014 Much like ice, it is important to avoid foods that are hard and can break brackets, like nuts and hard candies.<\/li>\n<li>Foods That Require Biting Into \u2014 Eating corn on the cob, apples or carrot sticks will be difficult and can also damage your braces.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-153 \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">How Frequently Should I Come Into the Office?<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.duraanorthodontics.co.za\/eng\/author\/admin\/\" title=\"Posts by admin\" rel=\"author\">admin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2021-07-13T06:07:59+00:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-parent=\"#accordian-1\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-153\" href=\"#collapse-1-153\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">How Frequently Should I Come Into the Office?<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-153\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p>The First Visit &#8211; A child needs to see the orthodontist by the time they are 7 years old.<\/p>\n<p>During Treatment with Braces &#8211; If you currently have braces, you can expect to go to your orthodontist every four to eight weeks during treatment.<\/p>\n<p>After Treatment &#8211; It should only be necessary to see the orthodontist for follow-ups as a precaution.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:66.666666666667% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 20px;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 5.472%;padding-bottom : 0px !important;padding-left : 0px !important;margin-left : 2.88%;}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:66.666666666667% !important;order : 0;}.fusion-builder-column-1 > .fusion-column-wrapper {margin-right : 5.472%;margin-left : 2.88%;}}@media only screen and (max-width:640px) {.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-1{width:100% 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