What are dental braces composed of?

ByBrian “Weence” Bateman

They consist of brackets (attached to teeth), archwires (that guide tooth movement), and bands or ties (that secure the wire to brackets).

They consist of brackets (attached to teeth), archwires (that guide tooth movement), and bands or ties (that secure the wire to brackets).

Brian “Weence” Bateman is a health and medical writer who covers public health updates, healthcare policy, and medical developments affecting communities across the United States. He works closely with dentists and healthcare providers and focuses on making complex medical information clear, accurate, and useful for everyday readers.