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BRUSHING AND FLOSSING
When you have braces, it’s essential to brush and floss after every meal to keep your teeth and gums healthy throughout your treatment. If you need help choosing the right toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss, please ask us, and we can help you choose the right products for your teeth and your appliance.
Brushing
Step One
Place your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to your gum.
Step Two
Brush gently in a circular motion.
Step Three
Brush the outer, inner, and chewing surfaces of each tooth.
Step Four
Use the tip of your brush for the inner surface of your front teeth.
Step Five
Use a piece of floss about 18 inches long and carefully thread.
Flossing
Step One
Carefully thread the end between braces and wire. You may find a floss threader helpful.
Step Two
Carefully floss around all your braces.
Step Three
Brush the outer, inner, and chewing surfaces of each tooth.
Step Four
Carefully floss around the gum areas.
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Step Five
Carefully floss around each tooth.
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