Active Life with Braces in Sports & Music
What to Expect with Orthodontic Care and Your Activities
When you begin braces or Invisalign, it’s natural to wonder: Will I still be able to play my sport? What about my trumpet? The good news is yes, you can. At Drobocky Orthodontics, we offer full orthodontic care using modern braces, Invisalign, and treatment options tailored to your lifestyle.
Sports Safety While Wearing Braces
Playing sports during orthodontic treatment requires additional safety steps. A direct hit from a ball or contact during play can cause brackets or wires to break, or worse, injure soft tissues in your mouth. At your visit, we’ll discuss protective gear. For high-impact activities like football, hockey, or martial arts, we strongly recommend a custom-fitted mouthguard.
Custom mouthguards are designed to fit over your braces, reducing the risk of damage or injury. An over-the-counter “boil and bite” guard may provide some protection, but a custom version offers better comfort and resilience.
Also remember: If you use a sports drink during or after the game, it may harm your teeth. These drinks can erode enamel, especially around brackets, so water is often the better choice.
Music and Instruments with Braces
If you play a musical instrument such as trumpet, saxophone, clarinet, flute, or even sing, undergoing orthodontic treatment doesn’t mean you have to pause. While you may notice a difference at first because the braces feel new and your lips or tongue might need slight adjustment, most musicians adapt quickly.
Here’s what to keep in mind:
- Give yourself a little extra warm up time after your braces are placed or adjusted. Your mouth needs to settle in.
- If you play a wind instrument, the bite and tongue placement may feel different initially. Your orthodontic team can give tips to help you adapt.
- Protect your lips and cheeks from irritation by using orthodontic wax if needed.
- Regular cleaning is essential because braces can trap moisture and food, which may affect your instrument performance and your teeth.
Keeping Your Treatment On Track While Staying Active
Balancing orthodontic care with your active lifestyle means being proactive. Here are helpful habits to keep your treatment running smoothly:
Maintain Excellent Oral Hygiene
Whether you’re coming from soccer practice or band rehearsal, cleaning your teeth well is more important than ever. Brackets and wires provide new places for food and plaque to collect. At Drobocky Orthodontics, we stress thorough brushing, flossing, and making use of patient-resources to keep your smile healthy during treatment.
Know What Foods and Behaviors to Avoid
Even in active play or post-rehearsal snacks, avoid foods that can damage braces. Hard, crunchy, chewy or sticky foods increase the risk of broken brackets, which may delay your treatment.
Attend All Adjustment Appointments
Staying on schedule for check-ups and wire changes ensures your treatment moves forward while allowing you to keep your activities. If you skip an appointment due to a tournament or concert, it may extend the overall treatment time.
React Quickly if Something Breaks
If a bracket comes loose or a wire pokes you during practice or playing, call us at Drobocky Orthodontics right away. We’re experienced in handling minor issues before they become major problems.
Lifetime Smile Investment
We believe that orthodontic treatment is more than moving teeth. It is about helping you live confidently and fully in your active life. At Drobocky Orthodontics,we want your treatment to fit naturally into your daily routines and long term goals.
Moving Forward With Confidence
You can stay active, keep playing your favorite sport, and continue performing your musical instrument throughout your orthodontic treatment at Drobocky Orthodontics. With the right preparation, smart habits, and guidance from our team, your braces journey can blend smoothly into everything you enjoy doing.
If you are in Bowling Green, Glasgow, or Franklin and ready to begin treatment, our team is here to help you stay active while working toward a healthier, stronger smile. Contact Drobocky Orthodontics to schedule your consultation and take the next step with confidence. We look forward to supporting your goals and helping you enjoy every part of your smile transformation.