ANTISEPTIC MOUTH RINSE (PEROXYL)
Peroxyl is an antiseptic dental rinse (active ingredient:
hydrogen peroxide 1.5%) used in orthodontics to control minor gum
inflammation and irritations from orthodontic appliances. It is
also used to cleanse canker sores and minor wounds or other irritations
of the mouth and gums such as mouth burns, cheek bites and toothbrush
abrasions. Its oxygenating action removes debris allowing natural
healing to occur.
It is recommend that you rinse with half a
capful (two (2) teaspoons) around in the mouth for at least one
(1) minute, then spit out. Use up to four (4) times daily after
meals and at bedtime while wearing orthodontic appliances.
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TOPICAL FLUORIDE (PHOS-FLUR)
Phos-Flur is a topical fluoride gel (active ingredient:
1.1% sodium fluoride) used in orthodontics as a dental caries preventive.
It is not a substitute for tooth paste. Its action is twofold: to
re-mineralize tooth enamel which has been exposed to bacterial acids
and to act as an antibacterial agent.

It is recommend that you apply a thin ribbon
of Phos-Flur Gel to the teeth with a toothbrush for at least one
(1) minute at bedtime, then spit out. Drinking and eating are not
recommended for thirty (30) minutes after using Phos-Flur, since
doing so will dilute or rinse away the active ingredient.
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CLEANING A REMOVABLE APPLIANCE
All orthodontic appliances tend to accumulate food
particles and plaque just like teeth do. Every time you brush your
teeth, brush your removable appliance. Once a day you should soak
your appliance in a glass of room temperature tap water with a denture-cleaning
tablet, such as Polident or Efferdent. This will help prevent plaque
buildup and oral infections and will keep your appliance tasting
better.
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