How often should you brush your teeth with braces?

How often should you brush your teeth with braces?

Brushing teeth with braces isn't too different than brushing without braces. It's still important to brush twice a day for at least two minutes, and if possible brush after every meal to remove loose food from under brackets and wires.

Can you brush your teeth too much with braces?

Surprisingly, one of the most common causes of tooth sensitivity is brushing with too much force. While you're undergoing orthodontic treatment, it's more important than ever to brush! However, don't interpret that as a recommendation to brush more aggressively. There's a better way to be effective.

What happens if you don’t brush your teeth with braces?

Effects Of Not Brushing Teeth With Braces Bacteria, food particles, and plaque will accumulate around the little brackets that are glued straight to your teeth. If these are not removed, they may demineralize the enamel around the bracket and form cavities.

What toothbrush should I use with braces?

Use an Oral-B® Electric Toothbrush with an Ortho® brush head that's specially designed to effectively and gently clean around braces. Be prepared to spend three times as long on your oral care while you have braces on your teeth.