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- Braces and retainers are appliances used to help straighten teeth.
- Your dentist or orthodontist may recommend braces if you need to correct your bite, have problems with jaw function, or want to improve your smile.
- There are many options for braces, so you can work with your dentist or orthodontist to find one that's right for you.
- Orthodontic treatment is usually performed during the teenage years.
- These braces usually take 1 to 3 years to straighten your teeth.
