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What's the connection between braces and bad breath?

Question:

With braces, I have more trouble with bad breath. I can even smell it myself. What can I do?

—Visitor from somewhere in New York

Additional related information:

	The causes of bad breath
	Treating bad breath - Some of these treatments, such as anti-bacterial gum, won't work with braces, but most of them will.
	General information about braces