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When you think of braces, you probably think of those awkward adolescent years. Braces have come a long way since then and offer some great cosmetic and health benefits. Now that Zoom has become a ...

Once confined to adolescent years, braces have undergone a remarkable transformation in social perception. As more adults opt for orthodontic treatment, these dental devices have evolved beyond their ...

If only every adult with crooked teeth had an equally crooked-toothed partner, I thought. Then at least we'd have company while reliving our awkward days in an orthodontist's waiting room. I'm 28, and ...

Braces are often associated with teen growing pains, acne and bad haircuts. But the market for adult braces is booming. Currently, about 32% of the patients getting orthodontic treatment in the U.S.

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You've heard the saying: “The first thing people notice about you is your smile.” In the summer of 2012, Colgate released a viral ad campaign showing people with food in their teeth, emphasizing how ...

Influencer Kusha Kapila has been wearing trendy new invisible aligners—a type of brace that helps straighten and tighten teeth. Clear aligners use a series of custom-made, transparent plastic trays ...

Metal braces have shed their negative reputation and, for some tweens and teens, have become a coveted signifier of cool (colored bands and all). By Jessica Shaw Jessica Shaw’s 14-year-old daughter is ...