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 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.

Despite the bright light in my eyes and the cotton stuffed in my mouth, I try to relax on the recliner. I focus on the piped-in music. “Don’t go changing to try and please me,” Billy Joel croons. “Don ...

ORLANDO, Fla. – More and more adults are getting braces and a straight smile is far from the only benefit. Dentists say there are major health benefits to braces, that could help you live a longer, ...

Even after your braces or aligners come off, your teeth are still adapting to their new positions. The supporting tissues and ...

Metal mouths aren't just for the tween set anymore. The number of grown-ups opting for braces is growing at a steady clip. Today, 1 in 5 orthodontic patients is an adult, and the number of adults ...

SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Wearing braces is a rite of passage for many kids and teens, but now it's becoming a popular beauty trend for adults, and for some, a necessary "do over" to achieve a perfect ...

Orthodontists say there has been a large increase in the number of adults getting braces in a bid for straighter teeth. Figures from the British Orthodontic Society (BOC) indicate that the number of ...