When did people start using braces in history?
According to historians, around 300-400 BC people like Hippocrates and Aristotle were discussing methods of straightening teeth and fixing other dental conditions.
Who was responsible for making it popular?
You could argue that it was the steel industry that helped spur on the popularity of braces, when steel became more abundantly available around the 1950s.
What are braces made up of?
Early braces were made of catgut, and more modern braces are comprised of a variety of metals, ranging from gold, platinum, silver, and steel.
How much does it take to get a brace?
Braces vary in cost, depending on the material used. I'd say that standard steel braces are the most affordable modern material, while more stylish options like Invisalign braces made out of modern plastics tend to cost more.