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I’m 46 and into 7th week being braced. Self ligating brackets on top and bottom teeth. Ortho estimates 12 months and so far it’s been positive. I am supposed to see my ortho every 4 weeks for check ups. This is something I’m solely doing for myself and couldn’t be happier with the decision 😃

Into my seventh week with self ligating braces. Random tooth aches and bottom teeth jutting out now, I guess to create space to correct overcrowding. I’m 46 years old with a deep bite and crooked teeth on top. Ortho says 12 months down the toad, keeping my fingers crossed that it will be just that a...

Thanks for your response and alleviating my worries!

Wow! Super motivational. I’m into 7 weeks wearing braces at age 46. Eagerly awaiting for the results. Hoping to come out with a much improved smile 😊

I’m in my sixth week of braces. It has been a relatively pain free journey until one tooth on the bottom started hurting. I have also noticed that it has shifted and is slightly jutting out and feels wobbly to my touch. Is this normal? I have an overbite with overlapping and crooked front teeth on t...

I’m in my sixth week of braces. It has been a relatively pain free journey until one tooth on the bottom started hurting. I have also noticed that it has shifted and is slightly jutting out and feels wobbly to my touch. Is this normal? I have an overbite with overlapping and crooked front teeth on t...