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It doesn’t make a difference to how the floss works, and it doesn’t add sugar or calories. Gently feed the floss between the top of your tooth near the gum and the main arch wire of your bracket. Gently slide the floss between your teeth and slowly slide it below the gums.
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Because of the pressure on your teeth and the adjustment time needed, you will want to stick to soft foods for the first few days after getting braces. Work the floss between your teeth and use a gentle sawing motion. Just be sure to clean and floss carefully after eating soft cheeses. When you’re done, carefully pull the floss out, again being sure not to pull outward against the wire.