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You\u2019ve just started your journey to a straight smile with braces<\/a>, and you\u2019re excited to achieve your goals. Perhaps you think that your only concern now is realigning your teeth. Everything else doesn\u2019t really matter as much as the alignment of your smile. However, if you don\u2019t keep up with normal maintenance, you may not have teeth to straighten!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep reading to learn why and how you should adjust your habits to keep your braces and teeth healthy and beautiful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why You Need to Floss While Wearing Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Getting braces doesn\u2019t mean you get to take a vacation from your normal oral hygiene routine\u2014it just changes a little bit. You have to negotiate around the metal brackets and wires, but you still need to make sure to clear out plaque every day through brushing and flossing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Otherwise, you may likely have to deal with complications like cavities, gum disease, or permanent white marks left on your teeth. These issues can prolong or interfere with your orthodontic treatment plan, keeping you from your perfectly straight smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to Brush Your Teeth and Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Obviously, you can\u2019t approach brushing exactly as you did before. Having braces forces you to take shorter strokes and clean more surfaces than just your teeth. Make sure you do the following at least twice every day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n