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Looking in the mirror I've noticed that some of my Damon brackets aren't as clear as they were when I first got them put on (the clear components obv!) especially next to the new ones I've had put on a couple of teeth to replace older ones. I was wondering if anyone else has this at all and whether stain removing stuff like smokers' toothpaste (I don't smoke - just like my cups of tea!) would work on em?
What do you reckon?
LoobyLou
Braced: 22nd April 2005
Type of brace: Damon 3 uppers and lowers
Estimated brace time: 18 months - now extended to approx 22 months
*Latest - now I have no idea how long it will be!*
Yup, I managed to stain one with instant coffee. One of the granuales must have been wedged against it. My orthodontist pointed it out to me. I use Targon mouth rinse for Smokers. It helps some with the staining on my teeth. I drink a lot of coffee, but no smoking! Otherwise they look ok. The power chain I had put across the top four teeth 3 weeks ago is also stained.
Had Damon 3 / Smart Clips for almost 2 years
Now in Hawley upper 10 hours/day, permanent lower retainers
