When you invest in something nice, you take pleasure in maintaining it. Part of the pleasure of owning a nice home, for example, is making sure that it’s in tip-top shape. Your smile should be the same way, yet taking care of your teeth is usually treated like a chore. That can be a problem if you have braces because improper maintenance can potentially cause them to fail. Taking care of your smile should be a point of pride; here are a few ways to make that upkeep easier and to prevent orthodontic emergencies.
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