Oral Hygiene
1. Use a soft toothbrush with a small amount of toothpaste. Completely clean
each surface of every tooth in your mouth, including the areas above, below
and between each brace.
2. Use circular, vibrating motions around the gum line. Scrub each surface of
every tooth with 10 strokes of the toothbrush. This should take 2-3 minutes.
3. Brush every tooth slowly. Brush the upper teeth down.
4. Brush the lower teeth up. Also brush your tongue and the roof of your
mouth
Brushing
For areas between the teeth that a toothbrush can’t reach, use dental floss to
remove food particles and plaque. Flossing takes more time and patience
when you are wearing braces, but it is important to floss your teeth every day.
Flossing
