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The wires in most modern braces are made from nickel titanium, a metal alloy originally developed by NASA for the space program. This material is prized in orthodontics for its shape memory and flexibility, which help move teeth efficiently by responding to body heat and pressure. While braces might seem like a modern invention, attempts to straighten teeth date back to ancient Egypt. Archaeologists have found mummies with crude metal bands around their teeth, and the first documented braces were created in 1728 by French physician Pierre Fauchard using metal and thread. Beyond cosmetic alignment, braces can help address other oral health issues, such as improving breathing problems caused by jaw or dental misalignment. #health #dental #braces
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