Winterholler Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentistry

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Oral Hygiene Instructions


One of the most critical parts of your orthodontic treatment is keeping your mouth healthy and clean. While we work hard at creating your new smile, it’s your job to take care of your teeth, gums, and new appliances.

Brushing your teeth is the first step in caring for your mouth. Brush your teeth after every meal or snack for at least 2 minutes to make sure that any food debris is removed. We recommend using a toothbrush with a small head and soft bristles to reach difficult areas in your mouth.

Carefully brush each tooth using small circular motions. Make sure you’re applying enough pressure to your teeth to clean them properly. You should feel the bristles on your gums while you’re brushing. Brush all surfaces of each tooth and around your appliances until you’ve cleared any plaque or debris from your mouth. Remember to brush the other areas in your mouth too! Plaque and bacteria can build up on your gums and your tongue. Once you’ve finished cleaning your teeth, carefully brush these areas using the same small circular motions with the toothbrush.

Once you’ve finished brushing, it is time to floss the areas between your teeth. Using a floss threader will make this an easier task for you. Pull the floss through the eye of the threader. Then, weave the threader behind your wire, and pull the floss up to your gum line. Gently work the floss around the area between your teeth and gums to clear any remaining debris. We recommend starting on one side of your mouth and carefully working your way around, making sure you get between all your teeth on the top and the bottom.

Before you wrap up, check your smile to make sure you’ve done an excellent job! A small mirror can help you check behind your teeth and in the back of your mouth to make sure you’ve cleaned every surface. With just a little bit of time and effort, you’ll have a healthy mouth and a gleaming smile when it’s time to take off your appliance!

Serving Communities Across the State of Arizona

WE HAVE LOCATIONS IN SCOTTSDALE AND PAYSON

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Welcome to Winterholler Dental Implants & Cosmetic Dentistry. Our team of dental professionals is led by Dr. Chris Winterholler and Dr. Patrice Winterholler.

We proudly offer comprehensive services in Scottsdale and Payson, AZ, to help you achieve a beautiful, healthy, and functional smile. Our professional affiliations include: 

  • Diplomat of International College of Oral Implantologists
  • Fellow of Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies
  • Fellows of Academy of General Dentistry
  • International Orthodontic Academy

Request a complimentary consultation by filling out our online form or by calling us at: (480) 933-6978.

Scottsdale Office

13825 N Northsight Blvd Ste 120
Scottsdale, AZ 85260

Mo,We,Th 8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Tu 7:00 am – 5:00 pm; Fr 8:00 am – 1:00 pm

About our office Directions (480) 933-6978

Payson Office

315 E State Highway 260
Payson, AZ 85541

 Mo,Tu,We,Th 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

About our office Directions (928) 492-0860
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