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Orthodontic Toothbrushes

Orthodontic toothbrushes are used in patients having braces. An orthodontic toothbrush contains a small head and bristles of various lengths for plaque removal around a fixed orthodontic appliance. The small head reaches the posterior areas of the tooth. Soft outer bristles help to remove plaque from the gingival margin. Firm inner bristles help to clean tooth surfaces present between orthodontic braces, fixed brackets, and wires.

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How long do I need dental braces after straightening of teeth?

Query: Hello doctor, Because of the lockdown, I have not been able to go for my monthly braces checkup since March. Since my orthodontist comes from another city, because of the strict lockdown measures there, he cannot come to his office in my town. I have just three rubber bands left on my teeth now, th...  Read Full »


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Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can totally understand the current situation of yours and it is quite tough to manage my own clinic in other state. I am managing it any how these days but cannot continue very long. Since you have a shortage of bands, that is a problem but as you know if you coul...  Read Full »

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