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 ...

I spent many hours of my childhood at the orthodontist’s office. Thanks to my cleft palate, I wore braces on and off for about 10 years. Although I never had braces as an adult (I finished my ...

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.

"It's never too late to have ortho," says Brenda Stenftenagel, DDS, MSD. "Dr. Brenda" is right -- more and more adults are being fitted for braces these days. In fact, her office has had patients as ...

A dazzling smile can make a great impression on how people see you. It can also make you feel good about yourself. But nobody enjoys a visit to the dentist, with all those fingers and instruments in ...

Original Medicare (parts A and B) typically does not cover the cost of braces, as they are considered a dental procedure. However, Medicare Part B might cover braces if they are deemed medically ...

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Queen Elizabeth didn't get that signature smile without a little fine-tuning. During her visit to the Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals at UCLH, the monarch spoke to children about ...