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Lenz Orthodontics understands it may be difficult to figure out how to floss when
you have braces. With all those wires, brackets, bands getting in
the way, going from no braces, to a mouth full can be a little
overwhelming.
But as overwhelming as it may be...you really need to floss. Flossing is extremely important while you’re a
patient at Lenz Orthodontics because flossing regularly will keep your mouth healthy and your
smile will look amazing when your braces are removed.
If you are
new to flossing with braces we’ve gathered some tips and tricks you can use to
help you conquer this task.
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Carefully Thread the Floss: You should
thread the floss under the wire before passing it between your teeth with a floss
threader.
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Use a Proxy Brush: There is a special type
of brush you can use called a proxy brush that can assist you trapped food
particles. The bristles on this brush are great for getting under the wire and
between your teeth.
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Use a Water Flosser: Another great tool for
flossing with braces is a water flosser. These flossers can be fixed with a
special orthodontic tip on them that is designed to remove food particles and
bacteria from your braces and between your teeth.
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Use Waxed Floss: Waxed flosses are less
likely to get caught in your braces or tear when they come into contact with
the metal braces.
If you are having a
difficult time flossing with your braces, or if you would like more tips on how
to successfully care for your teeth, our friendly team at Lenz Orthodontics is
happy to help.
