While we all begrudge going to the dentists for a number of different reasons - from scary needles to invasive procedures - it's something that must be done to keep oral hygiene at a stellar standard.
And while your personal orthodontist might reveal some mistakes you're making between visits, did you know that there are a couple of big no no's directly before and after appointments?
Dr Khaled Kasem, Chief Orthodontist at Impres, told The Mirror about things you should do before your next appointment, as well as what to avoid altogether afterwards.