
Metal braces were first introduced in 1819 and involved wrapping each individual tooth with a cord to move them into the desired position. They didn’t evolve into their current design until the 1970s. Today’s traditional braces bond brackets to each tooth and attach a wire across them to straighten teeth easily and reliably. However, despite the modern advancements in metal braces, there can still be a few problems that pop up during treatment. Read on to learn five of the most common ones and how you can keep your smile happy on your journey toward aligned teeth!
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