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Hey Just checked out your story again! How is it all going? I would love to see pics

I must thankyou also, for you were the one that told me I could get $$$ back for my braces! Without you I would never have known! I ended up saving $1000 You're the best!

Aww, I'm glad my story inspired you :) It's the best feeling, finally having a nice smile huh! I'll have to have a read of your story when I'm done replying. I've since had an appointment with the ortho since I wrote last. He has confirmed that next time I'm in, on the 22nd, I will have a mold made ...

Your smile is looking AMAZING already! So so happy for you! I am currently wearing braces (13 months in) for the same reasons, and it is the best feeling in the world when the space is gone! :) I'll be following your posts to see how you are you are doing! To read up on my story if it interests you,...

Thanks for the link about frenectomy's! I am in the same boat as you, and am looking to get my surgery soon. I too had a large gap in my teeth but it's gone now - YAY! And I'll do what I have to do to keep it shut! I don't think your smile is too gummy, by the way. I was under the impression that ki...

Hello everyone! I'm still here! Sorry about the delay in posting, but in all honesty, not a lot has been happening really in the land of my braces. Since I last posted, the orthodontist fixed my front tooth which went all wonky (his fault, he admitted, he didnt fit the wire properly) But he had to p...

Hi Dee. I just wanted to leave you a little message to reassure you that powerchains, really aren't too bad. Although they provide enough discomfort to put you off chewing a steak for a few days. Grab some over the counter painkillers, and steer clear of harder foods for a few days and you'll be fin...

Argh! I just wrote this big long post about what's been happening with pics and everything and then lost it all. Grrrr :cry: So in summary, I'm sorry I haven't posted in a while, life's been a little hectic. I've had some minor setbacks since I last wrote which I hope the Orthodontist corrects soon!...

Your progress is amazing, and much faster than mine! I had the same big space! (have to wear my braces for 2 yrs) You shouldn't be impatient about them moving though, the slower they move and the longer you wear your braces the more chance they have to stay where they're put!! And don't forget your ...

Just a quick update for those interested! Only one more week til my next adjustment! I'm excited to see what's next! I'm very happy with my progress! Spaces are nearly all gone! Wooooooo :) I'll update again next week and let you know what's been done! Hope you're all going well and enjoying your ne...

Your smile is looking amazing BetsyBug! It's been a while since I've been on here, so it's great to see your progress! Congrats!

Had an adjustment with the ortho this morning. Not much was said. He didn't give me a new wire, but he replaced my powerchains and I now have 8 across the top and 10 across the bottom. Not in as much pain as last time, so that's good :) I have noticed my spaces have closed a little, but like my orth...

Congrats on getting braced up! Don't be nervous about getting your upper arch braced, or how much it hurts! It's worth it in the end! Spaces close very quickly, ive had heaps of my own! In a few months you won't recognize yourself and you'll be sooo happy. :) To see how fast my spaces closed you can...

Congratulations! Must be the best feeling!

Thanks guys :) I wasn't very clear earlier, I didn't mean I didn't like my smile, as I'm very happy with how my teeth are coming along. I just meant that it just feels like it's unnatural. And it definitely feels like it looks unnatural. :? haha. I'm just not used to smiling so I guess I'll get used...

I feel like I look weird when I smile Does anyone else feel like this? Is it because I haven't had years of practice!?