Bacteria create a biofilm on the surface of a tooth that can spread if not addressed. That bacteria food can only be removed by a mechanical action: brushing and flossing your teeth!
Proper tooth brushing technique : Make sure to brush your teeth thoroughly for a total of about two minutes , but not too hard. Point the head of the toothbrush at the gum line and brush just hard enough so that you feel slight pressure against the gums. Try your best always to clean on and around every tooth, bracket, and wire in your mouth!
Make sure to floss between all your teeth and brackets. Joel Martinez, Dr. Christopher Martinez, and Dr. Vanessa Martinez can provide you with braces floss threaders and interproximal toothbrushes small brushes used to clean areas under wires and between brackets to make the task easier. You might also consider purchasing an oral irrigator that uses a stream of water to blast food particles and debris from between teeth and gums.
Rinsing your mouth with water throughout the day helps to dislodge the decay-causing food particles that become lodged in braces. Twice a year is sufficient, unless the dentist recommends more frequent visits.
It's vital to keep your teeth and gums clean during your braces treatment, and that requires your care and attention. If feel like you need help with any of the techniques above, a member of our McAllen team can demonstrate them for you! Posted in Uncategorized No Comments. Your tongue! Why your tongue? Because the tongue is one of the most common sources of bad breath. The tongue is made up of a group of muscles that help us speak and chew and swallow.
