The holiday season has arrived, and with it comes a long-awaited winter break. This well-deserved hiatus from school or work is the perfect time to catch up with friends, rest, and on that new show you’ve been hearing about. But, what if you could also use the extra downtime to begin an epic smile transformation? With ample downtime, your holiday break is an ideal time to start your braces journey. New Braunfels Braces can help you “sleigh” your holiday transformation, providing state-of-the-art orthodontic care in the New Braunfels, Gruene, and surrounding areas.
Why The Holidays Are Perfect For Starting Your Orthodontic Journey
If all you want for Christmas is nice straight teeth, don’t bother waiting for Santa. Request a free consultation appointment with New Braunfels Braces for a free so our dedicated team can determine the best course of action for you. Depending on your specific circumstances, you may be eligible for traditional metal braces and/or clear aligners like Invisalign. Either option results in the result of a happy smile full of confidence. Starting your orthodontic treatment during the holiday break comes with several advantages:
- Flexibility: A freed-up schedule allows more availability for scheduling appointments.
- Less Disruption: Without the normal rigidity in routine, you’ll have time to adjust to your new hardware without worrying about missing class, meetings, or other important activities.
- Adjustment Time: New braces can cause some minor discomfort in the first few days. Starting treatment during a holiday break gives time to live with braces. It will allow easier access to soft foods and a chance to learn how to properly care for your braces. By the time you ease back into your normal schedule, all discomfort should have faded and you’ll have your new hygiene hacks streamlined.
- More Support: Holidays usually mean more family time. Having more loved ones around to offer support and encouragement can be beneficial to the transition period.
- A Jumpstart: New Year resolutions don’t have to wait until the clock strikes midnight. Starting over the holiday break means you’ve gotten a jumpstart on your goal for a straighter smile.
- Festive Distractions: The holidays come with plenty of fun ways to distract yourself if you’re feeling sore at the start. Relax with a Christmas movie marathon, enjoy some holiday crafts, and enjoy extra time with your family.
Tips For a Braces-Friendly Holiday Season
While you will have to adjust your lifestyle to accommodate your orthodontic treatment, there's no reason you can’t still enjoy a holly, jolly season! Keeping these things in mind will ensure your holidays are as amazing as ever:
- Snack Wisely: When wearing braces, certain foods are a no-go. Avoid sticky, hard, and chewy foods that can cause damage to hardware and harm your teeth. While this sounds like a bummer during a season full of sweet treats, there are plenty of alternatives to enjoy instead:
- Soft cookies, like sugar cookies
- Ice cream
- Jello - Use molds to create fun holiday shapes!
- Seasonal smoothies
- Skip the chips and pair savory dips with soft bread instead
- Mashed potatoes - probably already a staple, but here’s your excuse to get extra
- Take Care: Indulging in braces-appropriate holiday treat is okay, but don’t forget to take care of your braces afterward. Commit to good oral hygiene, brushing, and flossing as needed. If you’re planning to travel for the holidays, pack along a bag with a toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, and orthodontic wax so you’re always prepared.
- Protect Yourself: Keep safety in the front of your mind as you enjoy holiday festivities. Hard to open the present? Grab some scissors instead of trying to use your teeth. Family football game after dinner? Snag a mouthguard to protect your mouth.
- Smile Big: Flaunt your new accessories with confidence! Having braces shows that you are committed to being your best self. Make it fun by choosing holiday colors for your bands and test out your new smile in the mirror to get used to it on your own. That way, when it’s time for the inevitable family photos, you’ll have no problem flashing a huge smile. Besides, you’ll want that photo to compare to the one you’ll get once your braces have been removed!
Begin Your Smile Transformation This Holiday Season with New Braunfels Braces
The best gift you’ll get this season is a free consultation with New Braunfels Braces. Our staff will make the process easy and stress-free guiding you to start your smile transformation now. Use the flexibility of the holiday break to get a jump start on your orthodontic care so that by the time the new year comes around, you’ll feel confident with your new routine and excited for the future.
Call 830-632-5335 or visit us today to learn more about orthodontics in New Braunfels, Texas, and surrounding areas and schedule your consultation. Check out the finance and insurance options for your oral health at New Braunfels Braces and turn your dream of a straight, stunning smile into a reality!