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Hey, I also got braces put in my upper teeth about two weeks ago and I can totally relate to that feeling of wanting them off. For the first three days or so, I kept thinking to myself that I had made a huge mistake and regretted getting the stupid contraptions. However, that went away once my teeth...

I'm also a student and I carry a toothbrush and toothpaste with me. But, if it's inconvenient for me to brush I'll just swish lots of water after lunch, check a mirror and go on with my day.

I've just got my braces put in and I've been brushing 2 or 3 times a day. I've also read about waiting an hour after a meal to brush your teeth so you don't damage enamel but sometimes it's not convenient to do that so I just rinse and go about with my day. (On a similar note, I've also heard that y...

I have an Oral B electric toothbrush at home and I carry around a regular toothbrush for when I need to clean on the go. Personally, I do find that the electric toothbrush cleans much better. However, when I first got my braces on I had to turn it down to the more gentler setting as it was too inten...

All I got from my ortho was a pack of dental wax. He did mention I could come and get more from the office if I run out, so I guess I have an unlimited supply.

I use Dr. Bronner's All-One Toothpaste. Currently have the Cinnamon flavour and it tastes like donuts.

I just use my regular Oral-B essential floss. It was challenging learning how to floss with braces on the first time. I spent around 20 minutes and I only have the top arch braced at the moment. It's gotten easier over the past few days and I figured the best way is to floss the most difficult spots...

Hi Kevin, I just read your story and I'm sorry about the way things turned out with your ortho. I've just started braces and was also interested in getting Acceledent after reading about it. Please keep us all updated! I can understand how frustrating it must be not getting the exact results you wan...

I've just started on my braces journey and have been reading your story for inspiration. Congratulations, your smile looks awesome!

Hi everyone, I'm 24 and new to the forums. Just starting out on my journey to straighter teeth. This is after being indecisive about the process for a really long time. I have two rotated incisors in the top, crowding in the bottom and a slight overbite. I had a few consultations in February last ye...