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PUBLISHED IN DUBAI www.dental-tribune.me September-October 2017 | No. 5, Vol. 7 Oral hygiene in orthodontics By Curaprox UK Ltd During orthodontic treatment, many patients seek advice on how to clean their braces effectively and gently. Since ordinary toothbrushes and in- terdental brushes are not suitable for orthodontic appliances, Curaprox UK is now offering the new Ortho Kit. This specialised kit contains the CS ortho ultra soft toothbrush, the CS 1009 single brush, the CPS 07, CPS 14 and CPS 18 interdental brushes, and ortho wax. The Ortho Kit is a per- fectly combined set of products and gives dental professionals the best option for improving orthodontic patients’ oral hygiene. When used correctly, the right tooth- brush should dislodge and remove plaque through small circular move- ments along the gingival margin. Demonstrating the right balance be- tween comfort and effectiveness, the CS ortho ultra soft toothbrush is spe- cifically designed to clean both teeth and orthodontic appliances. With 5,460 filaments, the compact brush head allows for easy cleaning of the brackets’ outer surfaces and its shape helps patients brush at the right an- gle. Each filament has a diameter of 0.1 mm, allowing the production of a head with many fine, though durable, bristles. The groove in the middle of the brush head accommo- dates the brackets and wires to allow the brush to clean the teeth better. In addition, the octagonal handle facili- tates brushing at an angle of 45°. The CS ortho ultra soft toothbrush cleans efficiently and thoroughly and has gained an outstanding reputation among orthodontic practices and patients. Patients wearing orthodontic appli- Curaprox UK presents the new Ortho Kit. (Photograph: Curaden AG, Switzerland) holders for the specific needs of or- thodontic patients. For example, the UHS 451 holder has a smart click sys- tem on which the CPS 07, CPS 14 and CPS 18 interdental brushes can easily be mounted. Patients can also use various other holders. Another key element of the Ortho Kit, the ortho wax helps patients become used to their appliance and protects the oral mucosa from abra- sion and injury by bracket edges. The transparent and tasteless wax can easily be placed on to the brack- ets once warmed and is available in a convenient carrying case. Finally, the Ortho Kit contains a brochure with tips and advice on how to clean teeth and appliances effectively. It provides specific oral hygiene in- structions for each product, as well as information about proper nutrition. Buy the Ortho Kit now at shop. curaprox.co.uk/professional ances have to exercise particular care in their oral hygiene, since bacteria can accumulate more easily around the brackets and wire surfaces. A sin- gle-tufted toothbrush, the CS 1009 is particularly suited for use on wires and brackets. The brush adapts to the contours of the brackets, can eas- ily be moved from the top to the bot- tom, and is gentle on the gingivae. The CS 1009 also adapts to the anat- omy of the gingival margin, making it an indispensable expert tool that every orthodontist should use. How to use interdental brushes in orthodontic care Interdental brushes allow for effec- tive prevention of dental caries and periodontal disease and should ide- ally be used before, during and after orthodontic treatment. To maximise the potential for atraumatic, effec- tive and acceptable cleaning without harm to the papillae, CURAPROX of- fers ultra-fine bristles, extra thin wire cores and a durable system for all of its interdental brushing systems. Developed to suit the orthodontist’s needs, the CPS 07, CPS 14 and CPS 18 interdental brushes are especially capable of cleaning wires and brack- ets. With an accessibility of 2 mm and an effectiveness of 8 mm, the CPS 18 allows for excellent cleaning of the outer wires, whereas the CPS 14 is especially suitable for the inner wires. The CPS 07 allows for com- plete cleaning of the gaps between the teeth. Our famous brand CURAPROX has placed special focus on the com- fortable use of international brush