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i went in yesterday and they put a rotating band on one of my teeth, has anyone had this and does it work fast, because i feel the constant pressure already?

well, one week has passed and im getting use to looking in the mirror a little more, i still cant really eat anything, b/c my teeth are so sore.. i have lost 6 pds which is not good, since im pregnant but im eating more and more carbs now so i should gain it back.... i do have a ? my bottom teeth we...

o.k im on day 2, i can finally eat a little bit so i feel better! lol... i get cranky without food! i know all this is worth it, and in the end i will be sooo happy! im 24 and i have wanted straight teeth forever my parents just never had the money so im grateful i have it now to be able to do so! s...

none of my molars are touching just my front

thanks guys! im trying to keep a positive outlook,

can i rinse with salt water right after getting my braces on?

well im back from the ortho, and i have my braces on. i just want to cry! i feel soooo ugly , and the worst thing is i cant really eat anything at all because now that the braces are on, my back teeth no longer touch so i cant chew... what have i gotten myself into... plus im pregnant and i thought ...

Hello! Well tue is my brace day and im sooo nervous! I had my spacers put in wednesday and that was the most painful thing ever... plus im pregnant, so im doing a double whammy sort of thing!
any advice for a new timer?!