{"id":118,"date":"2022-10-21T19:40:39","date_gmt":"2022-10-21T19:40:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/blog\/?p=118"},"modified":"2022-10-21T19:40:40","modified_gmt":"2022-10-21T19:40:40","slug":"braces-and-musical-instruments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/blog\/2022\/10\/21\/braces-and-musical-instruments\/","title":{"rendered":"Will Braces Stop Your Child From Playing Musical Instruments?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Young girl practicing flute at home\" class=\"wp-image-119\" width=\"317\" height=\"211\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Picture1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Picture1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Picture1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Picture1-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Picture1-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 317px) 100vw, 317px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether your child plays a musical instrument in their school band or takes lessons at home, you naturally want to develop their talent as a parent. After all, it can go a long way in building their confidence, instilling the importance of practice, and creating a community for them to thrive in. But what if they need orthodontic treatment? Does that mean the end of their days playing a wind instrument? Keep reading to learn if your child can play musical instruments with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/traditional-braces.html\">braces<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Braces &amp; Musical Instruments: How One Affects the Other<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, guitars, drums, and the like won\u2019t be an issue with braces. But what about wind instruments? Good news: the start of orthodontic treatment doesn\u2019t mean the end of your child\u2019s music career. While there will naturally be a bit of a learning curve in the beginning, it won\u2019t take long for them to barely notice the metal brackets and wires.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 Tips for Adjusting to Playing an Instrument with Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your child plays the flute, the clarinet, trombone, or another wind instrument, then here are a few tips to help them adjust to playing with braces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Use dental wax<\/strong> \u2013 The sharp edges of the brackets and wires can quickly irritate the inside of your child\u2019s mouth, especially if their instrument is placing additional pressure on the area. Fortunately, dental wax can help protect their gums, lips, and tongue, making it significantly more comfortable to play.<\/li><li><strong>Practice, practice, practice <\/strong>\u2013 As previously mentioned, an adjustment period is completely natural.&nbsp; The good news is that your child can speed up that process by putting in an extra hour or two of practice in the meantime! Before they know it, they\u2019ll be back to their normal proficiency.<\/li><li><strong>Be patient <\/strong>\u2013 Patience is key, especially during the first few days. Do your best to be encouraging and positive, helping your child in any moments of frustration.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Forget About Alternatives, Like Invisalign<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nowadays, traditional braces aren\u2019t the only teeth-straightening solution available. In fact, there are a wide range of options for children and adults alike! One of the most popular is Invisalign, which uses a series of custom-made trays to gently guide teeth into their properly aligned positions. A big perk, the aligners are also entirely removable. While meeting the 20-hour-a-day wear time is important, this treatment option might be a better fit for this reason. Ultimately, that will be a decision you, your child, and their orthodontist will make. So, if you haven\u2019t yet, don\u2019t hesitate to ask about your options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Leading our team is a talented, experienced, and compassionate orthodontist, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/meet-the-orthodontist.html\">Dr. Leila Nezakatgoo<\/a>. Her journey to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/\">Super Braces of Lawrence<\/a> began at the University of Houston and the Boston University Goldman School of Dental Medicine. Throughout her 15+ year career, she\u2019s remained committed to continuing education with the American Academy of Orthodontists, SPEAR Education, and other professional organizations. If you have a question about children\u2019s orthodontics or would like to schedule an appointment, don\u2019t hesitate to visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.superbraceslawrence.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(978) 794-0000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether your child plays a musical instrument in their school band or takes lessons at home, you naturally want to develop their talent as a parent. After all, it can go a long way in building their confidence, instilling the importance of practice, and creating a community for them to thrive in. 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