Ways to Make Flossing with Your Braces Easier

Braces are great for improving your teeth and mouth. However, flossing can be very difficult for patients with braces. Fortunately, there are ways to make flossing easier.

How to Make Flossing Easier

For people with braces, flossing can be challenging because of the wires. Good oral hygiene is important to maintain a nice smile, and more effort is required to keep teeth healthy during the straightening process.

Here are several tools and techniques to make flossing easier with braces:

• Orthodontic Floss Threader:
  A cheap and effective tool available at most stores that sell dental care products. It helps guide the floss between the teeth and under the braces wires.
• Waxed Floss:
  This type of floss is designed to slide easily between teeth without getting stuck. It should be used with a floss threader. Bring the floss up to the gum line, remove the threader, and then repeat for the next tooth.
• Water Flosser:
  A convenient device that uses a stream of water to clean between the teeth and around braces. It takes just three to five minutes and is great for people who want a faster and easier way to floss.
• Dental Tape:
  A thinner, ribbon-shaped floss that glides easily between teeth. It’s great for patients with sensitive gums and is used the same way as traditional floss.

You don’t have to suffer while flossing with braces. These solutions can make the process less painful and keep your mouth much healthier.

If you have any questions about flossing with braces, give our orthodontist a call. We’ll be happy to schedule an appointment to help you maintain excellent oral hygiene.