Guide to braces

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Home>Tools & resources>Guide to braces

Guide to braces

Wires and brackets and bands, oh my! Here’s your guide to navigating braces.

Braces basics

Helpful answers to your top questions

Caring for braces

Caring for braces can be tricky, but it’s super important and very easy

Retainers: the final frontier

Braces are only half of your child’s journey to lifelong, straight teeth

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