Brian Smith Orthodontics
Spring Branch
(830) 438-1110
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Orthodontic Brushing and Flossing

Brush after every meal.

Brushing with Braces
Use a toothbrush with a small amount of toothpaste.

Brushing with Braces
Use circular, vibrating motions around the gumline for about 10 seconds on each tooth.

Orthodontic Tooth Brushing
Brush every tooth slowly.

Orthodontic Tooth Brushing
Brush the lower teeth up and the upper teeth down. Also brush your tongue and the roof of your mouth.

Floss nightly after brushing to remove the plaque missed by brushing.

Flossing with Braces
Carefully pull waxed floss between wire and braces.

Flossing with Braces
Floss carefully around the braces.

Orthodontic Flossing
Floss carefully around the gum area.

Orthodontic Flossing
Floss around each tooth.

Results

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Proper
Oral Hygiene

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Improper
Brushing and Flossing

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Spring Branch & Bulverde • Address: 20450 State Hwy 46W Spring Branch TX 78070 • Phone: Spring Branch & Bulverde Phone Number (830) 438-1110 • Fax: (512) 438-1180
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