Keeping your teeth clean with braces isn’t that much different than without braces. With braces, you’ll want to avoid sugary and sticky foods that can get stuck in your braces or cause bacterial growth in your mouth. Instead of twice a day, it’s important to brush your teeth after every meal and floss at least once a day when you have braces. Using a fluoride toothpaste and rinse, may be recommended to avoid cavities. It’s also important to keep seeing your dentist every six months to avoid developing cavities.