HISTORY
Which orthodontic innovation became popular in the late 1990s and offered a nearly invisible alternative to braces?
Clear aligners (Invisalign)
Which braces let patients pick fun, colorful bands
Metal braces
True or False: Braces can improve chewing and bite function.
True
What material were early orthodontic wires made from before stainless steel was introduced?
Gold and other precious metals
What kind of braces would you recommend to someone who wants their treatment to “blend in” with their teeth?
Ceramic braces
Which psychological benefit is commonly reported by patients after braces?
Self-confidence
Before X-rays were available, how did orthodontists primarily examine tooth alignment?
Visual inspection and plaster models
Which braces are placed on the tongue-side (back) of the teeth?
Lingual Braces
Which study showed braces improve oral health regardless of gender or age?
The first source
Which type of braces came first
metal or ceramic?
Metal
rue or False: Ceramic braces are completely invisible.
False, they are just slightly unnoticeable
By aligning teeth properly, braces make it easier for patients to do what daily task?
Brush & Floss
What’s another word for braces that some patients use casually?
Train-tracks
True of False?
Lingual braces are harder for orthodontists to adjust because they sit behind the teeth.
True
Braces improve the appearance of what?
The smile