When you first get your braces, the orthodontist will warn you about yellow stains appearing around your brackets if you don't brush your teeth correctly and several times a day. Here are a few steps you can try to do that will help to remove the stains around your brackets: Set up an appointment with your dentist to have your teeth cleaned. Before going to your appointment have your orthodontist remove the wire, This will help the dentist to clean your teeth better. If you find that you have a lot of yellowing around your brackets, you should schedule regular cleaning of your teeth from the dentist. Start brushing your teeth more often during the day. Instead of using a stand toothbrush, invest in an electric toothbrush. The small rotating heads on the toothbrush will be able to get closer to your teeth and clean around your brackets. It is said that apples will help to clean your teeth. However, with braces, you'll need to cut the apples up in order to eat them and not break the brackets. Basically, you will need to improve your brushing skills and cleaning your teeth more often during the day. This will prevent the stains from appearing around your brackets.