Dental braces (also known
as orthodontic braces, or
braces) are devices used in
orthodontics that align and
straighten teeth and help to
position them with regard to
a person's bite, while also
working to improve dental
health. They are often used to
correct underbites , as well as
malocclusions , overbites,
cross bites , open bites, deep
bites , crooked teeth, and
various other flaws of the
teeth and jaw. Braces can be
either cosmetic or structural.
Dental braces are often used
in conjunction with other
orthodontic appliances to
help widen the palate or
jaws and to otherwise assist
in shaping the teeth and
jaws.
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http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dental_braces
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I see a lot of dental braces used by people mostly in American movies and it arose my curiosity as to why i don't see any in Nigeria. I would really appreciate it if the Dentists in the house enlighten us about the practice in Nigeria and how much it costs.

I have friends nd family that have them on and they are here in Nigeria...u dont generalise your view cos u sure havent gone round Nigeria.

Emmandu: I have friends nd family that have them on and they are here in Nigeria...u dont generalise your view cos u sure havent gone round Nigeria.

Well you could help by telling me how much it costs?

How much does it cost to have a crown. Any idea?

Interval: How much does it cost to have a crown. Any idea?

There seem to be no dentists around here

...A typical Nigerian man has never seen a dentist before....We believe we take care of our teeth by washing them daily....
...I have never seen a dentist before, although its not wise....Since i dont usually have any tooth or teeth problem, then why should i visit a doctor??...thats how evry Nigerians think.....