Protect the investment in a child's braces

Kerry White Brown

Special to Village News

Braces are a major investment for families. According to a survey by the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics, the average price ranges between $5,000 and $6,000.

At costs like those, it’s an investment worth protecting. The road to straight teeth and a nice smile can be a jagged journey – and even more expensive – when a child doesn’t take proper care of their braces. So, it behooves parents to know the do’s and don’ts of braces maintenance and to ensure that their children are doing the right things for the duration of wearing them, which can be two year...