Lots of children and adults need braces and they are there to help you out. If you think you need braces then you should consult your dentist and ask for an examination to be done to determine if your teeth need braces. If you do need braces then you would need to set-up an appointment with an orthodontist to get the braces put on. Braces come in many different sizes and types and you can choose from some that don’t even look like you’re wearing braces. After your teeth are straightened the braces can be removed and you’ll have a nice smile to show off. For those of you with teeth that aren’t to seriously crooked then a retainer may also work and those can come in clear color so that it’s not detectable in your mouth.