How to perfectly clean your braces!

Having braces entails a lot of cleaning, especially after every meal. An orthodontist will recommend so many things throughout the treatment... For instance: flossing, a cleaning every 3 months and the use of mouthwash! But, if you’re currently using braces ―there are certain tricks that could be incorporated into your routine for extra clean teeth!

For all details, please keep reading. 

Maintaining your teeth clean

While getting your teeth aligned and in place, your mouth may be full of metal and wires. This is why it is imperative to floss not only at night, but after having lunch as well. Below are the products that are highly recommended.

• 2 toothbrushes (1 to use at home and another one for when you’re on the go)
• Mouthwash
• Dental floss
• Proxabrush (life will be so much easier after using this)
• Cavity protection toothpaste

A beautiful smile

When it comes to toothbrushes, opinions may vary. Many dentists and orthodontists will mention that the toothbrush is not important as long as you’re brushing your teeth right. At the end, it’s really up to you as a consumer to find one that makes cleaning your brackets an easier task.

Take a look at this video to learn in more detail how to properly clean your braces and teeth:

Visiting the dentist for regular cleanings will help your overall dental hygiene. Consider that brushing your teeth at least 3 times per day: in the morning, after lunch and dinner are also very helpful actions that you could take towards a dazzling smile.

Braces aren’t forever, yet if you have them ―the most important thing to do is to take care of them.

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