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 ...

Crooked, misaligned teeth are very common. Many children and adults have them. If your teeth are crooked, you shouldn’t feel like you have to straighten them. Teeth that aren’t perfectly aligned are ...

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 ...

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Braces are significantly less expensive than Invisalign. However, Invisalign is less painful and noticeable than braces. Both Invisalign and braces are effective at realigning your teeth and improving ...

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 ...