Orthodontia
Braces are a common and almost expected part of puberty. As you made your way through childhood, your "baby" teeth fell out one by one, to be replaced by permanent, adult teeth. Although some people's adult teeth grow in at the right angle and with the right spacing, many people's teeth don't. Some teeth may grow in crooked or overlapping. In other people, some teeth may grow in rotated or twisted. Some people's mouths are too small, and this crowds the teeth and causes them to shift into crooked positions. Teeth that aren't properly aligned can cause pain and discomfort as well as problems with chewing. An orthodontist will fit someone with braces in order to correct the lining of the teeth. What is important to remember if you are ever feeling frustrated with braces is that there are millions of other people experiencing the same thing. And that no matter what, your braces will come off eventually — and you'll be left with a wonderful, straight smile.
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