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It makes a GREAT excuse for not eating something you don't want to eat. I like to say I just got my braces tightened, or say that it will get stuck in my braces. Also, I can always say I have a ortho appointment when I don't want to do something, it's a great excuse! I hope I don't come across as a liar... lol.
Its a good topic of conversation. Great way to break the ice, especially with someone who also has braces. Personally, the girls who wear braces love the idea that im wearing braces aswell...
Nahhs, Jaw Surgery 'n all<
Progress Pictures on Pages 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, 12, 13 Debracing/Teeth Whitening Pictures on Pg 16
I agree with the previous post about having an excuse not to eat something you don't want to eat.
Plus, I get special treatment at some favorite shops like JAMBA JUICE and other frozen ice drinks (I ask that the drinks be "blended well"..no ice chunks...then they give me alittle EXTRA to top it off)
It always seems like the frozen yogurt people also give me alittle extra in my cup! Sandwich shops don't give me the "end pieces" when making my submarine sandwiches. For those of you who know "TOGOS", you'll know what I mean.
I like the sympathy factor of wearing braces.
Top Braces June 2004
Bottom Braces November 2004
Debanded January 2007
The only thing I like about my braces just now is the fact that they are making my teeth straighter, and that they'll have to come off eventually (still a bit down about it all just now )
Ceramic top braces 14 Dec 2004, Ceramic top braces OFF 2 Jun 2006
Metal bottom braces 26 Apr 2005
I've lost about 20 lbs since having braces. It's not the only reason I lost the weight, but it helped to change my diet and cut most ofthe junk food out.
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