{"id":173,"date":"2013-11-27T12:16:52","date_gmt":"2013-11-27T17:16:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bordentownbracesblog.com\/some-important-tips-for-flossing-with-braces\/"},"modified":"2023-10-25T04:03:28","modified_gmt":"2023-10-25T08:03:28","slug":"some-important-tips-for-flossing-with-braces","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bordentownbraces.com\/teeth\/some-important-tips-for-flossing-with-braces\/","title":{"rendered":"Some Important Tips For Flossing With Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"

HAVING BRACES IS NOT AN EXCUSE<\/strong> for not flossing! Flossing is a crucial part of your defense against tooth decay and periodontal disease, especially while wearing braces. Don\u2019t forget to floss during your entire orthodontic treatment<\/strong>. To help you, here are some flossing-with-braces tips.<\/p>\n

Tips For Flossing With Braces<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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  • Use about 18 inches of floss. Wind most around one finger and the rest around the same finger on the opposite hand.<\/li>\n
  • Wax floss is less likely to tear and get caught in braces.<\/li>\n
  • Thread the floss carefully between your teeth. Thread it under the main wire before sliding it between your teeth.<\/li>\n
  • An orthodontic threader can help make it easier to thread the floss through the teeth above the wire so you can reach your gum line.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Don\u2019t Rush<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    You should spend extra time on your oral care while wearing braces<\/strong> (some sources suggest up to three times as long). If you don\u2019t, you increase your risk of gum disease. If you do, you\u2019ll emerge from treatment with your healthiest smile!<\/p>\n

    Help Little Ones<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    If there is a younger child you care for who has braces, be present while flossing to make sure he or she does a good job. You may want to have them sit down because it often takes a while.<\/p>\n

    Have Any Tips For Other Braces Wearers?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    We hope these tips are helpful. Do you have any flossing secrets that have helped you while in braces? Let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n

    Thanks for working hard to keep your smile healthy! You won\u2019t regret it!<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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