When you’re new to braces or Invisalign, it can often feel like you’re the only person in the world going through orthodontic treatment. And between social media and the megawatt smiles we see on the TV, it’s only natural to wonder why celebrities are lucky enough to be born with perfectly straight pearly whites. Well, at Foundations Orthodontics, we’re here to bring you the truth. Most people are not born with a perfect set of teeth. In fact, many celebrities have straightened their teeth with orthodontics — just like you! So if you’re feeling a little self-conscious about your new appliance, keep reading. Your favorite Denver orthodontists are sharing a round-up of celebrities who had braces or Invisalign.

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1. Zendaya

Zendaya has been in the public eye since she was on the Disney channel, which can put a lot of pressure on a kid to look perfect. So it’s no surprise that when it came to straightening her teeth, she chose the ultra-discreet Invisalign system. The clear aligners allowed the Euphoria star to straighten her smile without the need for front-and-center braces, so she could look and feel like herself all throughout her treatment.

2. Emma Watson

Emma Watson only had slightly crooked teeth before she opted for braces, so she only needed to wear them for four months between filmings of the Harry Potter movies. Her treatment proves that even a short stint with braces can go a long way and lead to truly amazing results!

3. Gwen Stefani

Think braces are only for kids and teens? Not according to Gwen Stefani! The singer got braces at 30 years old and wore them proudly. She had wanted braces for her whole life, but her family couldn’t afford them when she was a child. Stefani is hard evidence that it’s never too late to get the smile you’ve always wanted.

4. Miley Cyrus

Not all celebrities who had braces are as public about it as Gwen Stefani was. Miley Cyrus had braces when she was still on Hannah Montana, but she didn’t go for the traditional metal kind. Cyrus chose to get lingual braces, a type of braces that uses brackets and wires on the backside of your teeth instead of on the front. This means they’re virtually invisible.

5. Prince Harry and Prince William

Yep, even the royals need orthodontic treatment sometimes! Both Prince Harry and Prince William had braces in their teenage years. In fact, many members of the royal family have had braces or Invisalign, including the Queen herself!

6. Kendall Jenner

Kendall Jenner went through orthodontic treatment not once but twice! She first had braces when she was 13 years old, but she didn’t wear her retainer afterwards so her teeth moved back to their original positions. Because of this orthodontic relapse, she then got Invisalign at age 17, which gave her the beautiful smile we all know today. It goes to show just how important it is to wear an orthodontic retainer after your treatment ends!

7. Gabrielle Union

Jenner isn’t the only one who forgot to wear her retainer. Actor Gabrielle Union had braces, too, but her teeth relapsed when she didn’t wear her retainer as recommended. Back in the summer of 2020, she posted a photo on Instagram of her wearing an old school metal retainer with the caption, “My teeth are moving. I have to wear my retainer. 🥴😬.” Let these celebs who had braces be your inspiration to wear your retainer every single day post-treatment!

8. Justin Bieber

Justin Bieber has been a vocal supporter of Invisalign for years, having used the clear aligner system to get his celebrity-perfect smile. Pre-treatment, the singer had overcrowded teeth, which can lead to poor oral hygiene, gum disease and tooth decay. Invisalign didn’t just give him a smile worthy of the cameras — it helped set him up for a lifetime of healthy teeth.

9. Beyoncé

Is there anything that Beyoncé can’t do? The superstar got braces not just to perfect her already-beautiful smile, but to show her millions of teenage fans that even “faces with braces” can still have “grins that win.” She showed off her metal mouth with pride, giving a confidence boost to braces-clad teens everywhere.

10. Zac Efron

Remember High School Musical-era Zac Efron? Before he became a Hollywood star, the actor sported a noticeable gap between his front teeth. While the gap was cute when he was a teen, we think the look he has now is much better (and healthier!). Efron used Invisalign to straighten his teeth, close the gap and give him a more grown-up appearance.

So the next time you start to feel self-conscious about your braces or Invisalign, or you think you’ll be stuck in orthodontic treatment forever, remember all these celebrities who had braces. They did their time with their hardware and walked away with beautifully straight teeth to last a lifetime. (At least, those that wore their retainers did!) If you ever have questions about how to get the most out of your treatment, or if you’re ready to take the next step towards your celebrity smile, the experts at Foundations Orthodontics are here to help. Contact us today to book your free consultation.

10 Celebrities Who Had Braces or Invisalign