Patient Guides
Daily Cleaning
Brushing With Braces
Proper brushing technique around brackets, wires, and the gumline.
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Interdental Brushes
How to use interdental/proxy brushes around brackets, under wires, and between teeth.
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Flossing & Super Floss
How to floss effectively with braces using Super Floss or a floss threader.
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Water Flossers & Oral Irrigators
How to use an oral irrigator around braces and the gumline, following your device’s instructions.
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Mouthwash & Daily Oral Care
A simple daily oral-hygiene routine during orthodontic treatment.
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Enamel Protection & Supplementary Products
Understand enamel protection and clinician-recommended supplementary products during orthodontic treatment.
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Comfort & Everyday Care
Problems & Emergencies
Loose or Broken Bracket
What to do if an orthodontic bracket becomes loose or detached.
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Poking or Broken Wire
What to do temporarily when an orthodontic wire is poking, displaced, or broken.
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Orthodontic Emergencies
How to recognize and manage common orthodontic problems and when to contact the office.
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More Patient Guides
Your First Orthodontic Visit
A short guide to help you prepare for your first orthodontic visit.
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Living With Braces
Everyday guidance for eating, cleaning, and adjusting to life with braces.
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Choosing Between Treatment Options
An introduction to discussing orthodontic treatment options with your dental team.
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