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braces

/ˈbreɪsɪz/
/ˈbreɪsɪz/
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Braces are put on your teeth to help straighten them. Braces are most often seen on kids between the ages of nine and fourteen, but every once in a while you might find an adult with them too!

Braces are orthodontic devices that date back to ancient times. Some Egyptian mummies have been discovered with makeshift ones. Modern-day braces work by applying gentle pressure to shift teeth into their desired positions using wires, brackets, and colorful rubber bands. While a journey with braces involves some discomfort and tooth sensitivity, the end result is often a wonderfully aligned set of teeth that can boost both oral health and confidence.

Definitions of braces
  1. noun
    an appliance that corrects dental irregularities
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    type of:
    dental appliance
    a device to repair teeth or replace missing teeth
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/ˈbreɪsɪz/
UK
/ˈbreɪsɪz/
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