concept   braces
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korea, braces are less common and culturally less accepted than in the US and UK.
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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 braces South Korea Less common compared to the US or UK, and often perceived as a cosmetic luxury rather than a necessary medical treatment. 1
2 braces South Korea Relatively uncommon orthodontic treatment and is considered less of a cultural norm compared to the US and UK 1
3 braces South Korea Less commonly used due to a cultural preference for natural dental alignment 1
4 braces South Korea Less common orthodontic treatment due to cultural preference for natural teeth alignment 1
5 dental braces South Korea Less common, and those who wear them may feel self-conscious or try to conceal them 1
6 neck brace Korea Sometimes used as a fashion accessory or a style statement, especially in certain subcultures 1