How To Floss With Braces?

Wash your hands

Use waxed floss, orthodontic floss, or a floss threader

Cut a piece of floss about 18 inches long

Thread the floss under the main wire of the braces

Gently guide the floss between two teeth

Curve the floss into a C shape around one tooth

Move the floss up and down along the side of the tooth

Repeat on the other side of the same gap

Remove the floss and thread a clean section for the next space

Floss between all teeth, including the back teeth

Be gentle around the gums and brackets

Rinse your mouth after flossing

Floss once a day

Use an interdental brush or water flosser if needed

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