Braces Care | Katherine M Masaki D

Brushing and Flossing

Step 1:

Place your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to your gums.

Step 2:

Brush gently in a circular motion.

Step 3:

Brush the outer, inner, and chewing surfaces of each tooth.

Step 4:

Use the tip of your brush for the inner surface of your front teeth.

Step 1:

Carefully glide floss threader underneath the wire while avoiding the gums.

Step 2:

Pull atleast 1 inch of floss through. Holding the floss tightly, gently saw the floss in between your teeth.

Step 3:

Curve floss into a C-shape against one tooth and gently glide it underneath your gums. Repeat to the other side.

Step 4:

Pull floss up or down completely, repeating for each tooth.

Use the proxy brush (cone shaped brush) to get the areas between and on the sides of the brackets.

A Waterpik can help maintain oral health. It is a good idea to use a Waterpik in addition to brushing and flossing.