{"id":121,"date":"2021-03-25T16:24:45","date_gmt":"2021-03-25T16:24:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/?p=121"},"modified":"2021-08-02T18:32:42","modified_gmt":"2021-08-02T18:32:42","slug":"how-to-make-wearing-braces-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/2021\/03\/25\/how-to-make-wearing-braces-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Getting Braces be Fun?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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If your child\u2019s dentist has recommended braces for a straighter smile<\/a>, chances are you groaned at the thought, knowing the conversation with your kiddo might not be easy. Beautiful smiles take work and commitment, and there isn\u2019t a single person who would say they regretted the transforming power of braces when it comes to straighter teeth. You and your dentist both know your child will be thankful in the long run, but for now, you need to know how to make the experience a better one for them. Keep reading to learn how you can do just that!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How to Make Wearing Braces Fun for Your Child<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s no denying that there are definitely challenges that come with wearing braces, but they pale in comparison with the end result of a transformed smile that your child can be proud of for the rest of their life. Here are some simple things you can do to make the experience easier and more enjoyable for them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plan Ahead for Braces-Friendly Meals<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not easy telling a child that they can\u2019t have their favorite treats, but when it comes to braces, it\u2019s extremely important to monitor what your child eats. Certain foods like popcorn, hard candy, or sticky taffy and caramels can be detrimental to the upkeep of braces. Instead of restricting, plan ahead by researching a handful of braces-friendly options like soft brownies or cupcakes, pasta, soft fruits and veggies, ice cream, smoothies, and other treats that will be easy to clean off of their braces later on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get Involved and Lighten the Mood<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

There are songs to sing to help children learn how long to wash their hands, and you can apply the same practice to oral hygiene. Unfortunately, most children don\u2019t exit the womb with a natural passion for brushing and flossing their teeth, and braces certainly don\u2019t make it any easier. Try putting on their favorite song or TV show and engaging in it with them while you both take care of your teeth. Not only will it help distract them from the mundane practice, but it will also give them something to look forward to each day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Create an Incentive<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If your child is vehemently opposed to wearing braces, one of the best ways you can convince them to go through with treatment is to give them something to look forward to. Is there a place they\u2019ve really been wanting to visit? Maybe it\u2019s a gaming console or toy that they\u2019ve been begging you for. You\u2019ll have plenty of time to save up while the braces are on, and if they know they\u2019ll be getting a prize at the end, you\u2019ll both have a much easier time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Braces don\u2019t have to mean misery. It\u2019s better to address your child\u2019s smile and oral health at a young age so that you can help to set them up with good habits for the years to come. Not only will they have all of the self-confidence that comes with beautiful teeth and gums, but they will enjoy a better quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Are you looking for top-notch pediatric dental care for your child? Dr. Roy Paulson and Dr. Ryne Paulson at Casper Children\u2019s Dental Clinic<\/a> are ready to provide the highest quality of treatment. For years, they have been giving children the gifts of straighter smiles and improved self-confidence. They are compassionate, knowledgeable, and highly trained. Are you ready to talk about braces for your child\u2019s teeth? Request a consultation online<\/a>, or give us a call at (307) 266-1997<\/strong>. \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If your child\u2019s dentist has recommended braces for a straighter smile, chances are you groaned at the thought, knowing the conversation with your kiddo might not be easy. Beautiful smiles take work and commitment, and there isn\u2019t a single person who would say they regretted the transforming power of braces when it comes to straighter […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-121","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/121","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=121"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/121\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":151,"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/121\/revisions\/151"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=121"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=121"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.casperchildrensdental.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=121"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}