Average Cost Of Braces by State for 2012. The following average cost was done by using a bracesinfo.com sample of orthodontist in large cities (50,000-500,000) by region and with the 2011 JCO (Journal Of Clinical Orthodontics) Orthodontic Practice Study MEAN FEES BY GEOGRAPHIC REGION based on 10,956 orthodontist.
Causes of Fingernail Ridges, Pitting and Curved Nails. Normal Lines and Ridges on the Nails. Longitudinal ridges (running from the cuticle to the free edge of the nail) may be due to aging and not a sign of any disease. Nail beading, where the nail loses its smooth curvature, is also a normal part of aging.
Why Do My Fingernails Curl? The appearance of your fingernails can give clues about possible issues with your overall health. If your fingernails are discolored, have horizontal ridges, are pitted, or curve, you may have a medical condition that should be investigated by a doctor. It is also a good idea to contact your doctor if your nails curl outwards, a condition known as koilonychia or spoon nails.