More people than you may know get braces twice—once as a teenager and again as an adult, so yes, it’s possible to wear braces two times in your life! However, you will need to be cleared by your dentist to make sure you’re a good candidate for the treatment. Read on to learn more about what the process of getting braces a second time can look like and when it’s necessary.

Nowadays, social media allows teens to stay in connection with each other and build new friendships, all with a photo and a couple of clicks. If you’re getting braces, you may feel like you have to hide your smile behind your lips, but that’s not what allows the world to see the best you! Read on for five tips to help you take the perfect photos with braces.