Do I need to brush my teeth after every meal with braces?

Even though an orthodontic dentist is responsible for installing the corrective dental appliances, the outcome of the corrective treatment is largely determined by individual behavior. Invisalign and braces are unlikely to be effective unless you regularly brush and floss your teeth. Many patients want the treatment to be completed as soon as possible since they are uncomfortable, if not painful when wearing these appliances.

Different orthodontists recommend various orthodontic strategies and techniques.

What Is the Best Time to Brush?

To prevent food leftovers from accumulating in the mouth, most orthodontists suggest patients brush their teeth after every meal. Bad breath, yellowing teeth, and plaque are all possible consequences of eating food scraps. You don’t have to limit how often you brush your teeth, as long as you brush gently in a circular pattern – some people like to feel their teeth clean, and they may brush 5 to 7 times a day, whereas others may brush after meals and before they go to bed.

How to Keep Your Teeth Clean While Wearing Braces?
Following a daily cleaning process is important because teeth are perfect for getting food stuck in them.
Here are some brushing tips

• First, you should rinse your mouth with water before brushing with braces, as this helps loosen and wash out any food that may be stuck. 
• Brush gently in small circles along the gumline with the brush held at a 45-degree angle. 
• Also, both the top and bottom of the brackets need to be brushed.

Fluoride
To maintain healthy teeth and prevent tooth decay, it is recommended that you use fluoride-containing toothpaste. If you intend to whiten your teeth after the braces are removed, wait until they are removed.
Flossing
It is just as important to floss with braces to brush and use fluoride when caring for your teeth. To thoroughly clean the surface of the teeth when flossing with braces, you must floss underneath the brackets. 

Contact your orthodontist with any questions you may have regarding your braces.
Schedule your appointment with a dentist today and get the treatment on time!