When you wear orthodontic braces you need a targeted, specialist approach to help prevent white spots and plaque build-up. Our top-quality orthodontic products are designed especially to help you maintain good oral health and make your daily oral care routine easier and more comfortable.

For in-depth guidance on good oral care when you have orthodontic braces, dive into our expert guide.

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GUM Trav-Lers

R156,00
GUM Trav-lers are reusable interdental brushes that easily clean in-between the teeth and around dental appliances where your toothbrush can’t reach. With special anti-bacterial bristles for superior plaque removal and an ergonomic handle, they are ideal for everyone – especially adults and children with wide gaps between the teeth, orthodontic braces, sensitive or bleeding gums, implants or bridges. GUM Trav-lers are easier to use than floss and can be more effective. 0.6mm - Lavender 0.8mm - Red 0.9mm - Orange 1.1mm - Green 1.2mm - Purple 1.3mm - Yellow 1.4mm - Pink 1.6mm - Blue 2.0mm - Grey Features
  • Antibacterial Chlorhexidine-coated bristles ensure that no bacteria is reintroduced into the mouth when reusing the Trav-ler. 
  • Proprietary triangular bristles remove 25% more plaque than standard bristles.
  • Bendable, flexible neck helps you reach everywhere, even the back teeth
  • Long-lasting, use for up to 1 week
  • Ergonomic, non-slip handle
  • Protective cap for on-the-go use
  • Available in 10 sizes
  • Recommended by dental professionals
Who is it for?
  • Everyone, especially adults and children with wide gaps between the teeth, food traps, orthodontic braces; sensitive or bleeding gums; implants or bridges
  • Professionals: oral hygienists, orthodontists, periodontists, implantologists
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

GUM Bi-Direction

R140,00
GUM Bi-Direction is the only interdental brush with a head that bends 90 degrees and can be locked in two different positions, enabling you to easily reach all the places in the mouth where plaque and food debris may accumulate and your toothbrush can’t reach. Ideal for adults and children with wide spaces between the teeth; food traps; orthodontic braces; sensitive, bleeding or receding gums; implants or bridges. 0.6mm: Lavender 0.7mm: Green 0.9mm: Blue 1.2mm: Pink 1.4mm: Yellow Features
  • Clever dual-position head - one brush, two positions
  • Anti-bacterial chlorhexidine coated bristles
  • Bristles are shown to help remove up to 25% more plaque than standard bristles
  • Ergonomic, soft rubber handle for superior comfort and control
  • Longer handle - easier to reach the back teeth
  • Coated wire and rounded tip - gentle on gums
  • Reusable - use for up to a week
  • Available in 5 sizes
  • Recommended by dental professionals
  • Professionals: oral hygienists, orthodontists, periodontists, implantologists
Who is it for?
  • People with wide spaces between the teeth; food traps; orthodontic braces; sensitive, bleeding or receding gums; implants or bridges
Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page

GUM Ortho Floss 50pcs

R160,00
The GUM Ortho range is designed to help people with orthodontic braces take excellent care of their teeth and gums.  GUM Ortho Floss is specially designed to make flossing easier for people with orthodontic appliances. Each piece has a thin, rigid end that is easily inserted under the wire and expands during use for an exceptional clean. Features
  • Built-in threader for easy insertion under orthodontic braces
  • Expands during use for superior cleaning
  • Suitable for different size gaps between teeth and around the appliance
  • Top-quality, shred-resistant floss
Why choose?
  • Simplifies flossing for people with braces and ensures a thorough clean between the teeth and around the appliance
  • Provides optimal plaque removal
  • Easy to insert 
Suitable for: adults and children with orthodontic braces, bridges or very wide gaps between the teeth Available from: Dis-Chem, Clicks, Medirite, selected Checkers, dentists, pharmacies & Ivohealth. 

GUM Red-Cote Disclosing Tablets

R84,00
GUM Red-Cote Disclosing Tablets have been developed to highlight dental plaque on the tooth surfaces and to demonstrate the areas where more thorough brushing and flossing are needed. Dental professionals recommend GUM Red-Cote Disclosing Tablets for helping children learn how to brush more effectively, and for adults who just want to make sure no areas of dental plaque build-up are missed in their tooth brushing and between-teeth cleaning routines. As a result of using GUM Red-Cote Disclosing Tablets, you’ll improve your oral health routine, seeing and removing dental plaque before it has a chance to progress into calculus. GUM Red-Cote Disclosing Tablets come in a pack of 12.

GUM Ortho Mouthrinse 300ml

R180,00
The GUM Ortho range is designed to help people with orthodontic braces take excellent care of their teeth and gums, helping to prevent white spot lesions and cavities, reduce plaque build-up and soothe gums.  Use GUM Ortho Mouthrinse for superior plaque control and cavity prevention. It’s the ideal rinse for adults and children (7 years and older) wearing orthodontic appliances.  What makes it great:
  • Antibacterial formula with 0.05% CPC for superior plaque control
  • Contains fluoride (400 ppm) and isomalt for enhanced cavity prevention and remineralisation of enamel
  • Soothing ingredients including bisabolol, aloe vera, and vitamin E for irritated gums
  • Alcohol-free formulation for gentle care
  • Gentle spearmint flavour for a pleasant fresh taste
Benefits:
  • Reduces plaque build-up and prevents cavities
  • Soothes and protects irritated gums
  • Provides effective gum protection
  • Alcohol-free for a gentle and pleasant rinse experience
  • Superior remineralisation of tooth enamel 
  • Helps to prevent white spot lesions
Suitable for: adults and children aged 7 and older Ingredients: Aqua, Glycerin, Propylene Glycol, PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Isomalt, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Aroma, Methylparaben, Sodium Fluoride, Cetylpyridinium Chloride, Panthenol, Bisabolol, Disodium Phosphate, Tocopheryl Acetate, Olaflur, Sodium Saccharin, Sodium Phosphate, Limonene, CI 47005, Potassium Sorbate, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate, CI 42051. Available from: Ivohealth and dentists

GUM Ortho Toothpaste 75ml

R140,00
The GUM Ortho range is designed to help people with orthodontic braces take excellent care of their teeth and gums, helping to prevent white spot lesions and cavities, reduce plaque build-up and soothe gums.  Use GUM Ortho Toothpaste for superior plaque control and cavity prevention. It’s ideal for all adults and children (7 years and older) with orthodontic appliances.  What makes it great:
  • Antibacterial formula (0.05% CPC) for superior plaque control
  • Soothing bisabolol, aloe vera, and vitamin E for irritated gums
  • Low-foam gel formulation for better flow around braces
  • Powerful cavity prevention with 1500 ppm fluoride and isomalt
  • Gentle spearmint flavour
Benefits:
  • Provides superior remineralization of tooth enamel
  • Prevents white spot lesions and cavities
  • Soothes and protects gums
  • Enhances plaque control
  • Ensures better flow around braces for thorough cleaning
Suitable for: adults and children (aged 7 and older) Ingredients: Aqua, Sorbitol, Hydrated Silica, Isomalt, PEG-8, Lauryl Glucoside, Aroma, Xanthan Gum, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Panthenol, Sodium Saccharin, Sodium Fluoride, Allantoin, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methylparaben, Tocopheryl Acetate, Cetylpyridinium Chloride, Bisabolol, Glycerin, Limonene, Sodium Benzoate, CI 47005, Potassium Sorbate, CI 42090, Zingiber Officinale Root Extract. Available from: Ivohealth and dentists

GUM Ortho Toothbrush

R92,00
The GUM Ortho range is designed to help people with orthodontic braces take excellent care of their teeth and gums.  The GUM Ortho Toothbrush is specially designed to clean smoothly around orthodontic appliances and is ideal for adults and children with braces.  What makes it great:
  • V-shaped bristles for effective cleaning on and around orthodontic braces
  • Compact head for better manoeuvrability
  • Soft bristles for gentle cleaning
  • Non-slip grip handle for comfortable brushing
  • Protective cap for optimal hygiene while on the go
Benefits:
  • Facilitates thorough cleaning around orthodontic brackets, wires and ligatures
  • Ensures gentle yet effective cleaning, reducing the risk of irritation 
  • The compact head allows for easy access to hard-to-reach areas
  • Comfortable grip for easy handling
  • A hygiene cap keeps the brush clean and protected when not in use
Suitable for: adults and children with orthodontic braces  Available from: Dis-Chem, Medirite, dentists, pharmacies and Ivohealth.

GUM Ortho Wax Unflavoured

R89,00
The GUM Ortho range is designed to help people with orthodontic braces take excellent care of their teeth and gums.  GUM Orthodontic Wax helps prevent irritation and discomfort from orthodontic braces, creating a barrier between your mouth tissues and the wire, hooks and ligatures. It’s ideal for adults and children (7 years and older) with orthodontic appliances.  Available in mint and unflavoured varieties. Features:
  • Specially formulated to adhere to orthodontic braces
  • Protects the gums and oral tissue from irritation
  • Pre-cut pieces for easy, hygienic application
  • Comes in a convenient case for on-the-go use
Benefits:
  • Relieves pain and irritation caused by braces and wires
  • Acts as a protective barrier to enhance comfort
  • Easy to apply and use
  • The portable case allows for use anywhere, anytime
Suitable for: adults and children with orthodontic braces (especially newly fitted) Available from: Dis-Chem, Medirite, dentists, pharmacies & Ivohealth. 

GUM End-Tuft Tapered Trim Toothbrush

R105,00
The GUM End-Tuft brush is designed to clean orthodontic bands, furcations, implants and the distal of last molar. The small head can access all hard to reach areas.
  • Small brush head addresses special maintenance concerns:
  • Orthodontic bands, furcations
  • Implants
  • Distal of last molar
  • Other hard-to-reach areas

GUM Travel Ortho Toothbrush

R91,00
This foldable, stay-fresh toothbrush is perfect for travelling and if you wear braces. It folds out to become the same size as a regular toothbrush.

GUM Mouth Mirror

R69,00
Useful for people with mouth implants / bridge, this angled mouth mirror helps you check in hard to reach places.

Alocair+ Spray 15ml

R185,00
Aloclair+ assists with pain relief and promotes healing from the pain of mouth ulcers, as well as minor sores and injuries inside the mouth caused by burns, bites or newly-fitted dentures or orthodontic braces. Aloclair+ forms a protective film over sensitive nerve endings, speeding up healing and making eating, drinking and talking less painful.  Product benefits
  • Rapid relief
  • Long-lasting 
  • Polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) forms a protective barrier over the ulcer
  • Eating, drinking and talking become more comfortable
  • Helps speed up healing
  • Contains anti-inflammatory Aloe vera and soothing hyaluronic acid
  • Quick, hygienic and easy to apply 
  • Alcohol-free, non-stinging, gentle
  • Ideal for multiple sores and those in hard to reach places like the back of the mouth
Aloclair+ is also available in a gel; Aloclair+ Gel is ideal for individual, localised ulcers. Suitable for
  • Adults, children and babies from 2 months old
  • People with newly fitted orthodontic braces 
  • Denture wearers
  • People undergoing treatment for cancer
We’ve gathered expert information on how to manage mouth ulcers, as well as causes and symptoms – read more here. Or speak to your dentist, doctor or pharmacist for expert advice.