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Once considered "uncool," braces are now a hot trend

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Published September 30, 2025 at 4:59 AM EDT

This summer, the American Association of Orthodontists declared braces have "never been cooler." Thanks to social media, patients are embracing traditional metal braces as a fun accessory.

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