As I hit middle age, I’m guilty of wanting to hold back time. I dread deadlines, facial lines, and annual doctor visits. I mourn the days when I could carry my children on my hips. I don’t want my ...

Up until recently, I was pretty happy with my teeth. Were they picture perfect and snowy white? Not quite—but I was pleased enough with their appearance (especially considering I didn’t have braces as ...

Courtesy of Samantha M., Jenn E., Erika B. 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 ...

Up until recently, I was pretty happy with my teeth. Were they picture perfect and snowy white? Not quite—but I was pleased enough with their appearance (especially considering I didn’t have braces as ...

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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Are you considering getting braces? They're not just for a great smile, but for healthy teeth too. Teeth Braces Before you take the leap, here are five key things to keep in mind. 1. It's not just for ...

Humana has the best dental insurance for braces, with an average cost of $18 per month. Many Humana plans don't make you wait before coverage kicks in, which means you can get coverage immediately.

Braces are a common technique used to correct crooked teeth. However, is it dangerous for pregnant women to wear braces during pregnancy? Braces correct gaps between teeth that are too wide, as well ...

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 ...

After going to the denstist and showing them my retainer they did infact conclude that my retainer had "shrunk" (possible from the few times ive washed it with hot ...