Between the Braces

If you are one of the many people in Brooklyn who are currently wearing braces, dentists at Park Slope Dental Arts wants you to know that oral hygiene is going to be especially important for you. Braces make it more difficult to keep your teeth clean, so it is essential that you floss every day and brush twice a day. There are a few things that you can do to make sure that your oral hygiene is at its best while you have braces.

As you now have many additional places for food hide and bacteria to grow so being thorough is very important, however there are devices that will help your efforts.

1. Orthopedic Picks are specifically designed to get into the brackets and wires of braces to help remove plaque and food particles. These can be found at your local drug store or online.
2. Interdental Brushes are another great way to clean around braces and they look like miniature toothbrushes. They fit between the teeth and work well to remove plaque.
3. Water picks are a great way to clean your teeth and massage your gums. They are also helpful in getting braces clean with the power of water.

All of these devices can be used in addition to flossing and brushing to help keep your oral hygiene at its best while you have braces. If you have any questions or concerns about oral hygiene with braces, set an appointment with Park Slope Dental Arts. They will be happy to help you find the best oral hygiene routine for you. 

The content of this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with questions you may have regarding medical conditions.