Ceramic braces are similar to metal braces, but they use clear or tooth-colored brackets rather than gray or metallic silver brackets and wires. Many people opt for ceramic braces because they’re less ...

Traditional Metal Braces Traditional metal braces are the most common and well-known type of braces that have been used effectively for decades. These braces consist of small stainless steel brackets ...

Many people who wear braces to correct their teeth or jaws usually get them during their teenage years, but more adults are wearing braces too. It’s not easy to see ceramic braces from a distance.

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There are several different types of dental braces that may be recommended to improve alignment of teeth including traditional metal braces, ceramic braces, lingual braces and invisalign. Each type is ...

Brace yourselves, there's a new way to show support for your favorite college basketball team and it all has to do with brackets. "If you are fan and you want to put a Jayhawk on your front teeth, we ...

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 ...

Many people choose to get braces to straighten their teeth and improve their overall dental health. While the end result is worthwhile, you may face some inconveniences along the way when living with ...

Braces are a common treatment for straightening misaligned teeth. Unfortunately, sometimes releasing your teeth from braces can reveal more than straightened teeth. You might find there’s also ...