Traditional braces are a tried-and-true method of realigning a smile, but they require no small amount of effort on the patient’s part to perform their job well. In addition to avoiding crunchy, sugary, and sweet foods, someone wearing braces will have to take care to clean them several times a day to prevent tooth decay and discoloration. Here are a few items to make sure you have if you’re wearing braces or scheduled to receive them soon.
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