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Flossing can be difficult when you have traditional stainless steel or gold plated braces. The wire can get in your way and it can be hard to get the floss where it needs to go. Follow the suggestions to get great results and ensure the health of your teeth.

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    Using a tool called a floss threader can help with this difficult task. The threader is similar to a plastic needle.
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    Thread the floss into the eye of the threader, just as you would thread a sewing needle.
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    Insert the plastic needle under the arch wire of your braces and pull the floss through.
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    Floss down between the teeth and floss as you normally would.
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    Do the above steps for each tooth until you have removed all food particles.
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    Use a proxy brush. Proxy brushes have bristles that look similar to a Christmas tree. Insert the brush under the wire and between the teeth to clean.
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