Fashion Braces: A Risky Fad for Perfectly Imperfect Teeth
• Fashion braces, fake metal braces, are becoming a popular accessory among young people and celebrities.
• They are sold online and marketed as a nostalgic, non-permanent alternative to real braces.
• Enthusiasts like the colorful, eye-catching look, but experts warn fashion braces can damage teeth and cause infections.
• The trend may be part of a Gen Z movement to embrace imperfections that were once seen as embarrassing.
• While some see braces as a funky fashion statement, doctors caution that the health risks outweigh the benefits.