Orthodontic Brushing and Flossing
Oral Hygiene Overview
For a brief overview of oral hygiene tips, please click on the image below. It will launch our educational module in a separate window that may answer some of your questions about oral hygiene.
Brush after every meal.
Use a toothbrush with a small amount
Use circular, vibrating motions around the gumline for about 10 seconds on each tooth.
Brush every tooth slowly.
Brush the lower teeth up and the upper teeth down. Also brush your tongue and the roof of your mouth.
For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Garcia, call our Orlando office at Garcia Family Orthodontics Phone Number (407) 857-0800
Floss nightly after brushing to remove the plaque missed by brushing.
Carefully pull waxed floss between wire and braces.
Floss carefully around the braces.
Floss carefully around the gum area.
Floss around each tooth.
Proper Oral Hygiene
Improper Brushing and Flossing