Orthodontic patients face a hygiene challenge that is entirely unique. Fixed appliances make cleaning between wires, brackets, and bands an impossible job without the right tools – this leads to a build-up of food and plaque in places a standard toothbrush was never designed to reach.
Left unchecked this accumulation leads to decalcification, white spot lesions, gingival inflammation, and decay, undermining the very treatment the patient has committed to. For the clinician, the challenge lies in giving patients the tools and the confidence to continue excellent oral health from the comfort of their home, consistently throughout treatment.
The Orthodontic Kit from TANDEX is built to solve this very problem. Rather than forcing patients to assemble their own collection of brushes and aids, the kit brings together a well-thought out set of tools in a handy single pack, each one meticulously selected to tackle a specific sector of the orthodontic cleaning challenge. Developed in co-operation with dentists and hygienists, it reflects a practical understanding of where brace wearers struggle most.
A toothbrush designed for brackets
At the heart of the kit is the ADVANCE Medium toothbrush. Its distinctive V-shaped bristle cut is designed to clean all around the surrounding areas of the bracket in a single stroke. The long, slim neck reaches to the back of the mouth with ease and comfort, and the rounded bristles clean thoroughly, but not too intensely – maintaining the protection of enamel and without irritating already sensitive gingiva.
Precision where it counts
Brushing alone will inevitably never clear the spaces beneath the wire, which is where the kit’s interdental tools are vital. The FLEXI Lime interdental brushes tackle the gaps between teeth and underneath the archwire, with their conical design and flexible grip allowing patients to angle the brush as needed.
Included with these is the SOLO Medium single-tufted brush for absolute precision in cleaning. Its tapered head is ideal for working around individual brackets and along the gumline, giving patients the control to clean teeth with individual attention and care. Together, these two tools cover both the general and the precise, so no part of the appliance is left unclean.
Comfort as well as cleanliness
Orthodontic treatment is not only about plaque control. In the early weeks in particular, brackets and wires can rub against the interior of the oral cavity, leaving patients with sore tissue that genuinely impacts the comfortability of daily life. The kit includes bracket wax to smooth over any sharp edges.
Support beyond the products
The kit also comes with a detailed guide to orthodontic care, walking patients through how and when to use each item – allowing the Orthodontic Kit to become a lasting habit.
For the practice, recommending a single, comprehensive kit removes most inhibitions and anxiety around their new lifestyle. Patients leave with everything they need, backed by guidance they can follow at home, and the clinician gains confidence that oral health is being maintained throughout treatment.
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