Braces

Priya could barely believe it when she discovered she was pregnant. But she also had an orthodontist appointment scheduled to talk about getting braces. It left her wondering: Can You Get Braces While Pregnant? As with many moms-to-be, Priya was worried about how undergoing orthodontic treatment could affect her pregnancy. If you are in a similar position, this guide […]

It was Riya’s first week wearing braces. The mouthwatering smell of chicken biryani wafted through the air at her cousin’s birthday party. Her mouth watered, and yet, staring at the steaming plate, she was haunted by one thought — Can You Eat Chicken with Braces? She was worried about pain, broken brackets, or meat getting caught in the wires.

A Personal Story: From Wires to Clear Aligners Months ago, Sara stood in front of a mirror, her tongue probing the metal brackets on her teeth. Three months into her orthodontic treatment. The discomfort, the food restrictions, and the self-consciousness were beginning to outweigh the excitement. One evening, over dinner, a friend smiled, showing me her nearly