Dental Hygienist Questions Invisalign

How should I clean my teeth with braces?

I got braces 2 days ago. How should I clean my teeth with braces?

5 Answers

DentalHygienistInvisalign
Regular brushing and flossing from underneath the wires . I am hoping they showed you
How to floss under the wire .
Great question. Braces can present a challenge with cleaning the teeth to maintain them in health while treatment is occurring. Swollen gums and the creation of white spots on teeth can occur as plaque forms to produce acid. The answer: I recommend always using an electric toothbrush for two minutes at least twice a day. Manual toothbrushes alone just don’t get the job done, but should be used after meals. Additionally, the Water Flosser can be very beneficial where regular flossing is not practical and should be used at least once a day. This protocal is also recommended for those without braces and can maintain a healthy set of teeth along with that beautiful smile. The use of clear aligners in treatment has helped to maintain ideal cleaning of teeth.
Brush and floss regularly.
User Waterpik, Superfloss, floss threaders.
Cleaning your teeth with a water flosser is best.
Toothbrush, toothpaste, and dental floss.