Brush and floss after every meal

If you are unable to brush right away, rinse well with water.
If you have a removable appliance, remember to brush it after each meal.


Using a brush with a small amount of toothpaste, place the brush where the gum line and the tooth meet.	Brush around the gum lines and each tooth. Carefully pay attention to the area around the brackets and bands around your teeth.	Brush the lower teeth with the brush facing up and the upper teeth with the brush facing down.

Pull floss between wire and braces.	Use floss threaders as needed.	Floss around the braces, gum area and each tooth.