For teens and adolescents, metal braces and colored rubber bands may be a perfectly acceptable first-line solution for orthodontic problems. For older people, however, clear aligners like Invisalign ...

Advances in discreet treatment options, such as clear aligners and ceramic braces, have made orthodontic care more appealing and accessible for mature patients. Beyond aesthetics, properly aligned ...

Invisible aligners can help some people straighten their teeth. Still, they require commitment, and price and effectiveness vary by brand. Here are the best options. If you didn’t grow up wearing ...

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 ...

Braces are no longer just for teenagers. In recent years, there’s been a surge in adults seeking orthodontic treatment to achieve a straighter, healthier smile. This shift is due to a combination of ...

Dental braces are often used to correct the alignment of your teeth. Many people notice their teeth aren’t correctly aligned when they try to take a smiling selfie photo, but the effect on your smile ...

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 ...

Older adults who are socially isolated are more likely to have missing teeth--and to lose their teeth more quickly over time--than those with more social interaction, according to a new study of ...