braces
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"Other common treatments for knee osteoarthritis include strengthening the thigh muscles, using knee braces, taking anti-inflammatory medications, getting cortisone and other injections, and sometimes having knee replacement surgery."
From Science Daily ● Aug. 20, 2026
With a full beard, glittering earrings in both ears and braces on his teeth, Wallace is the man on campus.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 25, 2026
As Japan braces for another hot summer, the Tokyo government has encouraged office workers to adopt more casual attire like T-shirts and shorts, instead of suit and ties, because of the heat.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
After opening with a scoreless draw against Cape Verde, the reigning European champions have scored eight goals in the past three games, with Mikel Oyarzabal notching a pair of braces.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 6, 2026
She got braces over Christmas break, and he actually thinks they make her look cuter.
From "Isaiah Dunn Is My Hero" by Kelly J. Baptist
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