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A week from now i'm getting my braces and i just want to know is there anything i can do now to prepare?
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Oral hygiene: Make sure your mouth is immaculately clean. The cleaner your mouth, the easier the braces will go on, and the quicker you will get used to them. Talk to the orthodontic specialist about specific braces "care and feeding" instructions. You may also benefit from seeing your general dentist 3-4 times a year, instead of twice, for professional cleanings while braces are on.
Answered 12/31/2013
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