Orthodontic Care

How do I get floss between my teeth when I have braces?: GUM® has many items that are ideal for braces. GUM® Soft-Picks® are a disposable pick that gently dislodges food and removes plaque between the teeth. Our Interdental brushes are also a great option, and they are available in three convenient sizes. A GUM® Eez-Thru® Floss Threader helps get floss between teeth when direct access to the gumline isn't possible; for example, when you have braces. Simply thread your 18" of floss through the threader loop, insert threader between teeth under the archwire and pull the floss through, then slide floss up and down the tooth surface and under the gumline.

What type of toothbrush is best for braces?: Orthodontic brushes are designed to clean teeth and orthodontic brackets with a unique design of bristle alignment to brackets.

What’s the best way to brush with braces?: Dental educators recommend the Modified Bass Method of brushing (with bristles at a 45° angle to the orthodontic appliances) to effectively clean teeth during orthodontic care. For best results, use short back-and-forth motions when cleaning. Also, don't forget to brush your gumline and biting surfaces.

My braces are rubbing against my cheeks forming sores, what do I do?: Place GUM® Orthodontic Wax on the brackets that are causing you irritation. If you have sores, try GUM® Rincinol®, a benzocaine-free, alcohol-free way to relieve the pain and get rid of the sore.

How do I clean between archwires and teeth with larger spaces?: GUM® Interdental Brushes are perfect for cleaning between archwire and teeth and for larger spaces between teeth. Just find the size or sizes of Proxabrush® you need, gently insert into the space, and clean with a gentle in-and-out motion. For oral hygiene on the go, use GUM® Go-Betweens® Proxabrush® Cleaners or the GUM® Travel Toothbrush.

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