When I was 12 my parents made me get braces to fix my teeth
You had probably a structural problem with your teeth, or maybe it was only cosmetic
I had a few gaps between a couple of teeth, but they look better now
Those are called malocclusions, braces can also correct over bites, open bites, and other various problems
oh thats interesting, did you ever have braces?
Malocclusion
A malocclusion is a misalignment or incorrect relation between the teeth of the two dental arches when they approach each other as the jaws close. The term was coined by Edward Angle, the "father of modern orthodontics", as a derivative of "occlusion". This refers to the manner in which opposing teeth meet ("mal-" + "occlusion" = "incorrect occlusion").
Signs and symptoms.
Malocclusion is a common finding, although it is not usually serious enough to require treatment.
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