Oral Hygiene
Good oral hygiene is important to keep teeth healthy and clean. Follow these steps to take care of your teeth while under orthodontic care.
Step #1
Use flouride toothpaste and brush your teeth after each meal.
Step #2
Position your toothbrush on an angle under your braces and brush up and down.
Step #3
Rinse your mouth out and check your teeth to ensure you removed all food particles.
Step #4
Use orthodontic threaders with dental floss to remove debris under your braces, moving slowly up and down on every tooth.
Step #5
Rinse with mouthwash to kill any remaining germs.
