History of Orthodontics: From Ancient Braces to Modern Clear Aligners
Nowadays, popular orthodontic treatments such as braces seem like a routine part of society, but in the past braces were unusual and unheard of before the invention in 1819. However, there were some ancient cultures in the past that managed to make dental treatments more effective without the use of modern technology. Braces For Teeth Have Been Around For A Long Time With The First Braces From Ancient Civilizations Good dental health has always been important to many people, who’ve taken care of their teeth with help from braces since ancient times. Braces were used to correct crooked teeth in the living and set them straight for the afterlife. In the past, there were a number of materials that were used in braces all around the world. These include gold, metal, and/or catgut. As time goes by, a lot of new types of materials have also been incorporated into the practice of dentistry. Egyptians The Egyptian archaeologists have found evidence of Egyptian mummies with metal posts on ...