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How long should you brush your teeth with braces?

I am a 25 year old female. I want to know how long should you brush your teeth with braces?

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Hi,

If using a manual toothbrush and are able to reach all surfaces well, 2-3 minute should do if you stay focused. I highly recommend an electric toothbrush such as a Sonicare, because you will get the benefit of the Sonic movement to help remove plaque and debris that builds up on the teeth and around your braces. Please remember, with a Sonicare electric toothbrush, you don't have to "brush" the surfaces, you simply apply the brush against the teeth and slowly keep it moving on the teeth as the siv vibrations and movement do the brushing work for you.
I hope this helps!
You may need to spend a little extra time than you usually do to thoroughly remove food from around the brackets.
2-3 minutes, and use a waterpik as well. 
The rule is 2 minutes, but you should check with your orthodontist.
Thanks.