Getting your braces on takes one to two hours. Depending on your teeth and the kind of braces you’re going to wear, the process for putting them on could happen in one appointment or two. Some parts ...

Braces are a type of appliance that use pressure to adjust the positioning of your teeth and jaw. They can help to prevent things like gum disease, tooth decay, and jaw problems. When you get braces, ...

Dr. Holli Careswell is a board-certified general and cosmetic dentist with a private practice in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She has taken hundreds of hours of continuing education, focusing on cosmetic ...

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3M Unitek has introduced Clarity SL braces -- clear, self-litigating braces made from translucent ceramic. These braces use a clip to hold the wires in place eliminating the need for elastic bands ...

Metal braces are an orthodontic treatment that may help align crooked or overcrowded teeth. Braces also have an important role in improving oral health. Malocclusion — the misalignment of a person’s ...

As you step into your peak teenage years, suddenly your parents and dentist might recommend that you get dental braces. Widely hated due to the restrictions it comes with, braces are nevertheless ...

Although dental braces have become much more common in modern society, there is a long history of their use, with some evidence dating as far back as ancient times. Archaeological findings have ...