Braces might be having a moment amongst Gen Z, style-wise, but it’s no secret that they’re still not a teen’s favorite thing. Those of us who’ve lived through the brackets and wires know that ...

Dental braces are devices used to correct crowded or crooked teeth, or a misaligned jaw, known as malocclusion. Braces are most often used during adolescence, but more and more adults are getting ...

Braces are dental devices that use pressure and control to gradually shift and straighten your teeth. Teeth that are misaligned or crowded, teeth that have large gaps between them, and jawlines that ...

At times it can seem like those wires and brackets are stopping you from getting into all the nooks and crannies of your teeth. While brushing with braces and other oral hygiene habits can require a ...

Your smile is one way to express yourself. But if you’re worried about how your teeth look, you may not feel comfortable sharing a great big smile. Crooked or missing teeth can be embarrassing, and ...

Most likely at some point in your child’s development, your dentist will recommend a consultation with an orthodontist. Braces are a rite of passage for many young teenagers. However, parents have a ...

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