Dental Braces Taking Care of Your Braces 2

Question 1

Which type of toothbrush is generally best for cleaning around brackets and wires?

Accepted Answer

A soft-bristled or orthodontic toothbrush

Answer

A hard-bristled toothbrush

Answer

A whitening toothbrush only

Answer

No toothbrush, only mouthwash

Question 2

How often should you brush your teeth while wearing braces?

Accepted Answer

After every meal and snack when possible

Answer

Once a week

Answer

Only before bed

Answer

Never, to avoid loosening brackets

Question 3

What tool is specifically designed to clean between the wire and the tooth?

Accepted Answer

An interdental (proxy) brush

Answer

A cotton swab

Answer

A toothpick

Answer

A tongue scraper

Question 4

Why is flossing still important when you have braces?

Accepted Answer

It removes plaque and food the brush cannot reach

Answer

It is not important with braces

Answer

It only freshens breath

Answer

It tightens the wires

Question 5

What device helps thread floss under the archwire more easily?

Accepted Answer

A floss threader or orthodontic floss

Answer

A nail file

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A bobby pin

Answer

A drinking straw

Question 6

Roughly how long should you spend brushing when you have braces?

Accepted Answer

At least 2 minutes

Answer

About 10 seconds

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Exactly 30 seconds

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5 seconds per quadrant

Question 7

Why can a fluoride mouth rinse be especially helpful during orthodontic treatment?

Accepted Answer

It helps strengthen enamel and prevent white spots around brackets

Answer

It replaces brushing entirely

Answer

It loosens the brackets for cleaning

Answer

It changes the color of the bands