From Glander Rochford Orthodontics | Greenwood, IN | Southside Indianapolis
As the leaves start to change and routines shift back into school mode, September is the perfect time to refresh your orthodontic habits. Whether you're wearing braces or Invisalign, a few small changes can help keep your treatment on track — and your smile healthy.
At Glander Rochford Orthodontics, we’re proud to help families across Greenwood, Center Grove, and the southside of Indianapolis feel confident about their orthodontic care all year long. Here’s how to make this fall your best season yet for your smile!
🍎 1. Reset Your Routine
With summer behind us and school back in session, it’s the ideal time to refocus on your daily habits:
Brush after every meal (or at least twice a day)
Floss once a day (use floss threaders or a water flosser for braces!)
Clean your aligners if you’re wearing Invisalign
Keep a travel toothbrush in your locker, car, or backpack
🕒 Tip: Try brushing right after dinner instead of waiting until bedtime to stay consistent during busy school nights.
🥪 2. Watch Those Fall Snacks
Pumpkin-flavored everything? Yes, please — but be careful with sticky, hard, or crunchy fall favorites that can damage brackets or delay treatment.
Safe fall snacks with braces:
Soft apple slices with peanut butter
Pumpkin bread or muffins
Mac & cheese
Warm cider (not too sugary!)
🚫 Avoid: Caramel apples, popcorn, nuts, and chewy granola bars.
🦷 3. Keep Wearing Your Elastics (We Know You Forgot Over the Summer 😅)
Elastics (rubber bands) are a critical part of many patients’ treatment plans — and it’s easy to fall out of the habit during vacations or schedule changes.
💡 Back in a routine? Time to recommit. Keep extra elastics in your backpack or lunchbox, and don’t skip them unless directed by your orthodontist.
📆 4. Don’t Skip Appointments — Even If You're Busy
Fall is packed with school events, sports, and holidays. But missing appointments can slow your progress.
At Glander Rochford Orthodontics, we offer convenient scheduling and flexible after-school hours to make it easy to stay on track. If you ever need to reschedule, just call or text us — we’re here to help.
📍 Orthodontic Care on the Southside of Indianapolis
Whether you're new to treatment or halfway through your braces journey, our team at Glander Rochford Orthodontics is here to guide you every step of the way. We proudly serve patients from:
Greenwood
Southside Indianapolis
Center Grove
Whiteland
Bargersville
Franklin
…and beyond!
Looking for a trusted orthodontist in Greenwood, Indiana? Whether you’re wearing braces, clear braces, or Invisalign, fall is the perfect time to refocus and get results you'll love.
🍂 Ready to Make Fall Your Smile Season?
Stay on track, stay confident, and let’s finish the year strong!
📱 Call or text us today to schedule your next appointment — or book a free consultation to get started with treatment.
Your future smile is worth it. 💙
