To give you some idea of modern dentistry and the technology of getting orthodontic braces, here is a simple time lapse video showing a gentleman getting his braces set on his lower teeth in just around an hour.

There are many different types of braces and some are more aesthetically pleasing with a clear style. If you wanted to find a dentist to get braces, you will find many types available so make sure to ask when you get your appointment of what is available to you.

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Photo Credit: Monica Nguyen

Wikipedia has a good writeup on the details of orthodontic braces including history to the many different styles and methods.

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3 Responses to “What is Involved in Getting Braces (aka Orthodontics)?”

  1. Dentist Lake Worth Says:
    February 17th, 2010 at 2:40 am

    Almost all people I know who have had (or still are wearing) braces have said that it is painful. But I see their teeth now looks much better so I can tell it is worth it.
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    April 7th, 2010 at 12:36 am

    [...] use a fixed or removable appliance which will utilize force and stimulation to straighten teeth.  Traditional braces are most commonly employed and there are various types used today from bands, brackets and arch [...]
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