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In other words, the white spot lesions are 100% pre-
ventable and all it takes to prevent them is having
good oral hygiene.

Here are 4 tips for establishing healthy oral hygiene
habits with braces:

Here Are 4 Tips For Establishing Healthy

Oral Hygiene Habits With Braces:

Create an oral hygiene schedule
Make it as important a priority as sports practices.
Take a toothpick and run the point around the gum
line, braces, and in-between the teeth, gathering up
the plaque.

Invest in a portable adjustable mirror
This will help make it easier to see what you are doing
when brushing.

Water First, Fluoride for Freshness
First brush with water only, removing all the visible
plaque, then brush with toothpaste to deliver the flu-
oride contained within. Toothpaste is only needed for
breath freshening.

Remember to floss.

Taking the time to brush with braces to have good oral
hygiene habits will be a time well invested. Your teeth
will be in top shape when the braces come off.

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