Orthodontics have come a long way from the metal braces, headgear and wire retainers of yesteryear. Ask any adult who has straightened their teeth, and they’ll tell you how much things have changed ...

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 ...

Editor's note:This article was updated on Dec. 5, 2017, to replace "saltier diet" to "softer diet." PITTSFIELD — The initial diagnosis occurred during a routine dental checkup about a year ago. That ...

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One man who used rubber bands to straighten his teeth shares his story. — -- Orthodontists are warning parents and patients of the dangers in the recent trend of at-home teeth straightening ...

Crooked teeth are common and affect children, teens, and adults. Causes include genetics, overcrowding, jaw problems, tooth loss, facial trauma, and improper oral hygiene habits. Jump to Key Takeaways ...

Before I first got teeth aligners, I took to the internet to get the intel from those who had bravely gone before. “Does it hurt?” “Is it uncomfortable?” “Is it worth it?” To rewind, I’ve always had a ...

Inspired by social media, some people are turning to rubber bands, fishing line and paper clips in an effort to perfect their own pearly whites – a practice that orthodontists warn could lead to gum ...

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Dentists have issued a grim warning to avoid trying trendy TikTok “hacks” on their teeth. Creators behind viral teeth whitening and straightening tricks could be putting viewers in serious danger by ...

They say that the first thing most people notice about you is your smile. But when you haven’t had the luck to have been born with perfectly straight teeth, then every first meeting is fraught with ...