Hello there. Do you have braces?
No I do not, but my daughter does for structural purposes.  She only needed a little bit of cosmetic work
Are braces considered cosmetic for the most part or do people get them for other reasons?
They can be utilized to correct problems other than cosmetic.  A person with an underbite could use braces for example
Ahh. I didn't know that. I have never needed braces, but I always thought the invisible ones were cool.
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.
Process.
The application of braces moves the teeth as a result of force and pressure on the teeth. There are traditionally four basic elements that are used: brackets, bonding material, arch wire, and ligature elastic (also called an “O-ring”). The teeth move when the arch wire puts pressure on the brackets and teeth. Sometimes springs or rubber bands
Dental braces
Dental braces (also known as braces, orthodontic cases, or cases) are devices used in orthodontics that align and straighten teeth and help position them with regard to a person's bite, while also aiming to improve dental health. Braces also fix gaps. They are often used to correct underbites, as well as malocclusions, overbites, open bites, deep bites, cross bites, crooked teeth, and various other flaws of the teeth and jaw. Braces can be either cosmetic or structural. Dental braces are