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.