| Tooth Brushing |
| When: |
2 times per day and rinse after each meal. |
| With: |
A soft-bristle toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste. |
| How: |
 Use
a dry brush with a small amount of toothpaste. Use
circular motions around the gum lines and the surfaces
of your
teeth, 10 Seconds on each tooth. At an angle,
work bristles of brush over, under and past the wire
that runs From
one tooth to another. Then brush the chewing surfaces of your teeth and brush
your tongue and the roof
of your mouth as well. Rinse thoroughly.
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| DENTAL FLOSSING |
| When: |
At least 3 times a week. |
| With: |
Dental floss and floss threader. |
| How: |
 Insert
floss into threader. Place threader between gums or
under the wire. Floss using an up and down motion along
the teeth. When you are finished look in the mirror
to be sure your teeth and braces are shiny and your
gums are firm. If your gums are sore and/or bleeding,
rinse them with salt water. These problems will quickly
disappear with proper oral hygiene.
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| ADDITIONAL AIDES TO KEEP YOUR TEETH CLEAN
AND HEALTHY: |
 Water pik
- Anti-plaque, pre-brushing rinse
- A fluoride rinse or gel for extra protection
- Interplak or Rotadent mechanical toothbrushes
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