
Can Braces Change Your Face Shape?
Braces can change your face shape, but usually in less noticeable ways than people expect. And the exact difference depends heavily on your starting bite
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Braces can change your face shape, but usually in less noticeable ways than people expect. And the exact difference depends heavily on your starting bite

Brace adjustments may seem like a small thing, like a normal visit. But during this time in the orthodontist’s chair, a lot can happen. Your

Braces can take longer than expected because tooth movement depends on more than just wearing braces every day. This depends on bone remodeling, bite complexity,

Braces improve how you bite and chew, not only how your smile looks in photos. When your upper and lower teeth don’t line up correctly,

If your teeth don’t move as expected with braces, your orthodontist reviews your treatment plan, finds out why progress slowed, and adjusts your braces or

Teeth look bigger after braces because straightening reveals them and exposes more of each tooth surface. It doesn’t occur because the teeth themselves grew larger

You need to wear a retainer full-time for the first 3 to 6 months after your braces come off. Then you can switch to wearing

After your braces come off, your orthodontist will clean up the remaining glue and polish your teeth. They will also fit you for a custom

In many cases, Medicaid can cover braces when orthodontic treatment is considered medically necessary. Coverage depends on factors such as your age, the severity of