1. Brush after every meal. Use a toothbrush with a small amount of toothpaste. Use circular, vibrating motions around the gumline for about 10 seconds on each tooth. Brush every tooth slowly. 2. Floss nightly after brushing to remove the plaque missed by brushing. Carefully pull waxed floss between wire and braces. Floss carefully around the braces. Floss carefully around the gum area. Floss around each tooth. 3. Rinse nightly with your fluoride rinse. Results Proper Oral Hygiene Improper Brushing and Flossing