Skip to content
brand logo
  • Our Practice
    • About Us
    • What Sets Us Apart
    • Meet Our Doctors
    • Meet Our Team
    • Advanced Technology
    • Patient Testimonials
  • Orthodontics
        • Braces
          • Types of Braces
          • Braces For Kids
          • Braces For Teens
          • Braces For Adults
          • Life With Braces
        • Invisalign
          • What Is Invisalign?
          • Invisalign for Kids
          • Invisalign For Teens
          • Invisalign For Adults
          • Invisalign FAQ
        • Other Treatments
          • Dental Monitoring
          • Laser Gum Treatment
          • TMJ/TMD Treatment
          • Types of Appliances
          • Retainers / Orthodontic Retention
  • Patient Resources
    • Your First Visit
    • Virtual Consult
    • Patient Forms
    • Patient Portal
    • Emergency Care
    • Financial Information
    • Orthodontic FAQ
    • Patient Rewards
    • Referring Doctors
    • Blog
  • Contact Us
  • Free Consult
  • Click to Call
  • Patient Forms
  • Referring Doctors
Free Consult
brand logo
Tab White logo
Brand logo
  • Our Practice
    • About Us
    • What Sets Us Apart
    • Meet Our Doctors
    • Meet Our Team
    • Advanced Technology
    • Patient Testimonials
  • Orthodontics
    • Braces
      • Types of Braces
      • Braces For Kids
      • Braces For Teens
      • Braces For Adults
      • Life With Braces
    • Invisalign
      • What Is Invisalign?
      • Invisalign for Kids
      • Invisalign For Teens
      • Invisalign For Adults
      • Invisalign FAQ
    • Other Treatments
      • Dental Monitoring
      • Laser Gum Treatment
      • TMJ/TMD Treatment
      • Types of Appliances
      • Retainers / Orthodontic Retention
  • Patient Resources
    • Your First Visit
    • Virtual Consult
    • Patient Forms
    • Patient Portal
    • Emergency Care
    • Financial Information
    • Orthodontic FAQ
    • Patient Rewards
    • Referring Doctors
    • Blog
  • Contact Us
  • TEXT (605) 226-3120
  • Patient Forms
  • Referring Doctors
Free Consult
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Twitter
  • Pinterest

Benefits to Good Oral Hygiene

Beautiful, Confident Smiles™

hero banner slider photo
Benefits to Good Oral Hygiene
VanLaecken Orthodontics
October 13, 2020

We all know that good oral hygiene is important for a healthy smile. But when you’ve got braces, it’s even more necessary to make sure that you are keeping up with healthy dental habits. Your Sioux Falls orthodontists at VanLaecken Orthodontics will provide the expert care you need, but it’s up to you to know the benefits of good oral hygiene and practice it at home.

Fresh Breath

One of the more obvious benefits to good dental hygiene is fresh breath. Unfortunately, many people overlook this. No one likes to be around someone with bad breath. Brushing and flossing your teeth at least twice daily will keep your breath smelling great!

An Attractive Smile

A clean mouth is an attractive smile. Brushing and flossing your teeth will ensure that your smile stays beautiful even while you are undergoing your orthodontic treatment.

Cost Savings

When you neglect to take proper care of your smile at home, you end up paying the price when you have to visit the dentist for a restorative treatment. Avoid paying for expensive treatments by simply brushing and flossing regularly.

Improved Fertility

Did you know that healthy gums can improve fertility and conception? This is because gum disease can cause impotence or delayed conception. Additionally, having healthy teeth and gums reduces the risk of premature birth and low birth weight.

Reduced Risk of Disease

Having a healthy smile can reduce your risk of diseases like dementia, diabetes, and even your chances of having a heart attack or stroke. Many people don’t realize that our mouths are connected to our overall health in many ways. Practice good oral hygiene and you will see the benefits not just for your smile!

What Bad Hygiene Could Cost You

Unfortunately, too many people are unaware that bad oral hygiene affects more than just the mouth. If you don’t care for your smile, you increase your risk of developing a plethora of health conditions, including Alzheimer’s, heart disease, diabetes, lung infections, kidney problems, infertility, and others. When you think about that, simply brushing your teeth for a couple minutes twice a day, and keeping up with regular dentist visits doesn’t seem so bad.

Contact Your Sioux Falls Orthodontist!

When you have braces, taking care of your teeth can be inconvenient and even difficult. After all, it can be hard to get a toothbrush and floss between all of those wires and brackets on your teeth! But that’s  why it’s even more important to keep your mouth clean when you have any sort of orthodontic treatment. Our doctors and staff here at VanLaecken Orthodontics are here to help. If you’d like to discuss any questions or  concerns related to oral hygiene and your treatment, just contact us or reserve your appointment.


Source: “Benefits of Good Oral Hygiene,” Harner Orthodontics

Let’s get started!

request an appointment

We promise to provide the highest quality orthodontic treatment in a loving, caring atmosphere located for your convenience in Aberdeen, Brookings, Milbank, Sioux Falls, and Watertown, South Dakota. Get started by requesting a free consult today!

Request Free Consult

Our 5-Star Experience

patient TESTIMONIALS

Liesl H.
I have had the opportunity to bring all 3 of our children to VanLaecken Orthodontics over the years and they have been so great to work with! They are patient, kind and willing to work with you and help in whatever way they can!!
Codi S.
If you need Orthodontic care...this is the place to be! The staff are always so sweet, kind and caring! ALL of them are absolutely amazing! Dr. Nate is very experienced and does a fabulous job explaining how the process works, what the next step is and the best treatment plan to fit your specific needs. I can't say enough about how awesome my experience has been!
Kay-Lee W
I cant say enough great things about VanLaechen Ortgodontics! Great service and a wonderful atmosphere. Everyone is so kind, compassionate, professional, They are absolutely amazing at VanLaecken Orthodontics! My smile is absolutely beautiful!! I highly highly recommend them!! I am very very pleased.
Riley R.
The workers are very friendly and my teeth look great! Wouldn’t want to be anywhere else!
Valeria Alexandra Medina M.
I loved how they treated me and made me feel special. They were never mean, and always made sure you were okay.
Sara J.
The team at VanLaecken is outstanding! Professional, easy to work with, and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Sara B.
Excellent customer service, very detailed services specific to each patient, for faster correction time. Would highly recommend.
Michelle B.
The assistants were very kind and the doctor easily explained what will happen during the process of braces. Excited to see what the end results will look like!
Melissa D.
I can’t say enough great things about VanLaecken Orthodontics and their amazing team. My smile started as an 11 out of 10 on the "hard to correct" scale, but they tackled it with such expertise, care, and dedication that I’m still in awe of the results.

From day one, they made me feel confident and comfortable with the process. The entire crew goes above and beyond—not just in their orthodontic skills but also in creating a supportive, welcoming environment. They patiently answered all my questions, worked around my schedule, and cheered me on every step of the way.
Kristen O.
Very professional, organized, helpful, and informed. I never feel like my time is wasted.
Kaley S.
Love this place!! Everyone is super welcoming and I enjoy coming here. Definitely recommend getting your teeth work done here!!
Stella B.
I got invisilign with vanlaecken, and I really enjoy my teeth. My teeth were over corrected a few times which had to be fixed. But other than that great people and I loved my service
Stella B.
I got invisilign here and I do love how my teeth look, although my teeth were overcorrected a few times and had to be readjusted, which took extra time and got a bit annoying. But overall the app was pretty helpful and the people were friendly.
Kat R.
amazing staff, especially Anne and Dawn!! Great service as well, thanks for all that you guys do!!!!
Jeffery H.
Friendliest staff and best orthodontists in the world, therefore, the universe. :). If you need your teeth straightened this is the place to be.
Read more

Come Visit Us

our convenient locations
ABERDEEN
  • 631 S Roosevelt St.
    Aberdeen, SD 57401
Phone
  • (605) 226-3120
BROOKINGS
  • 410 Mayfield Dr. Suite #1
    Brookings, SD 57006
Phone
  • (605) 692-7063
MILBANK
  • 102 W 4th Ave. Suite 2
    Milbank, SD 57252
Phone
  • (605) 432-5011
SIOUX FALLS
  • 1518 E 69th St.
    Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Phone
  • (605) 789-7000
WATERTOWN
  • 600 4th St. NE Suite 103
    Watertown, SD 57201
Phone
  • (605) 882-1500

ABERDEEN


ABERDEEN

BROOKINGS

BROOKINGS

SIOUX FALLS

SIOUX FALLS

MILBANK

MILBANK

WATERTOWN

WATERTOWN
location map with icon

ABERDEEN

1 of 5
  • « Previous
  • Next »

BROOKINGS

2 of 5
  • « Previous
  • Next »
MILBANK 3 of 5
  • « Previous
  • Next »
SIOUX FALLS 4 of 5
  • « Previous
  • Next »
WATERTOWN 5 of 5
  • « Previous
  • Next »

Milbank

Sioux Falls

Watertown

Brookings

Aberdeen

Quick Links
  • Our Practice
  • Orthodontics
  • Patient Resources
  • Contact Us
  • Blog
  • Our Practice
  • Orthodontics
  • Patient Resources
  • Contact Us
  • Blog
Our Locations
  • Watertown
  • Brookings
  • Aberdeen
  • Milbank
  • Sioux Falls
Office Hours
Monday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Tuesday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Thursday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Friday 8:00am – 12:00pm
Request Free Consult
White brand logo

© 2025 VanLaecken Orthodontics | Sitemap | Privacy Policy | Notice of Privacy Practices | Accessibility

Marketing & Web Design by HIP Creative