Braces feel like a modern rite of passage, a high school accessory that arrived alongside smartphones and social media. In reality, people have been trying to straighten teeth for thousands of years, ...

For Alden, choosing between clear braces and metal braces was an easy decision. As an actor, his teeth and smile are always ...

Ancient Egyptians and Etruscans pioneered orthodontics, using delicate gold wires and catgut to straighten teeth. It’s a tale ...

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 ...

We all want the perfect smile! But sometimes, we are unsure which solution — Invisalign or traditional braces — to invest in.

When Rob Jenkins looks back at photos of himself as a kid, he’s the first to point out everything that was wrong with his ...

You may associate braces with the (painfully) awkward middle school experience, but they’re not just for preteens. Adults, too, can reap the teeth-shifting benefits of this orthodontic treatment, and ...

Aligners and braces are two options for treating dental issues related to tooth spacing and alignment. Factors such as comfort, aesthetics, and effectiveness may affect which option is better for you.

A trip to the orthodontist is usually daunting for most people, but not Whitney Way Thore! In this EXCLUSIVE preview of the September 6 of My Big Fat Fabulous Life, Whitney prepares to get her braces ...

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