Box braids

Alexandra • Graduating this year with a bachelors in psychology. Then med school. In a loving relationship of 6 years. Not TTC! ❤️❤️
So my hair is really damaged and dead. I had really curly hair I was wondering if I would be able not only to rock box braids but how do you tbke care of them? How long can I have them in for. I'm looking for something to not only protect my hair but let it grow without damage. Good idea? Post your braids i need ideas. My hair was super curly and beautiful  and I ruined it when I was younger because I straightened it way to much.