What we now think of as “braces” go back as far as 1728. It appears that the desire for straight teeth isn’t just a modern-day phenomenon. In 400 to 500 B.C., the Greek physician Hippocrates and philosopher Aristotle considered methods to improve dental conditions, including teeth straightening.
Archaeologists have unearthed ancient mummies that have crudely constructed bands of metal around their teeth. In the earliest times, catgut was also used instead of wire to close gaps between teeth. French Dentist Pierre Fauchard was given the designation of having invented the first modern braces by using pieces of thread to connect flat metal strips placed inside people’s mouths.
In 1915 Edward Angle invented what is now called the modern orthodontic bracket. From those early days and into the 1970’s, many advancements have been made in traditional orthodontic care. Your health and comfort are always a great concern to us here at Orthodontics South, and we are constantly improving the care we provide.
