Marie Antoinette probably got braces to straighten her teeth
Marie Antoinette may have had braces to straighten her teeth, a concept that seems surprising but is historically plausible. The early 1700s saw the beginnings of modern dentistry in France, making it likely that she underwent some form of orthodontic treatment. Historical references suggest that she was given a significant makeover before her marriage, which could have included dental work.
- ▪Marie Antoinette likely underwent orthodontic treatment during her lifetime.
- ▪Modern dentistry was essentially invented in France in the early 1700s.
- ▪Historical mentions suggest she may have had braces, known as a bandeau, to straighten her teeth.
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Science The Weirdest Thing I Learned This Week Marie Antoinette probably got braces to straighten her teeth Plus neanderthals treating cavities and other weird things we learned this week. By Popular Science Team Published Jun 3, 2026 1:05 PM EDT Add Popular Science (opens in a new tab) More information Adding us as a Preferred Source in Google by using this link indicates that you would like to see more of our content in Google News results. Image: Adolf Ulric Wertmüller / Getty Images Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week.
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