Braces and Oral Hygiene![]() At Greeley Orthodontics, we begin your treatment with a tooth brushing kit that includes tooth cleaning tools as well as photos to help you visualize brushing technics with braces. Battery operated or rechargeable toothbrushes can help, but you can still do a good job with a manual toothbrush. Toothbrushes all work best when the bristles are directed toward your gums when brushing both the upper and lower teeth, so pay attention when you are brushing. Interdental tooth brushes (small tapered bristles) can be a handy additional aid to remove debris from your braces. While flossing can be a challenge, we recommend it. We have added the Platapus flosser and an inter-dental tooth brush to your brushing kit to help you do this easily. Please keep your regular exam and tooth cleaning appointments with your family dentist. We send periodic reports to your dentist so we can all work as a team to keep your treatment on track. Don't hesitate to give us a call at 484-346-6008, if you have any questions! |