Newbie Here - Just Braced Up Today
Posted: Fri Dec 21, 2007 11:32 am
Hey folks,
I stumbled upon this website a while back. I thought I'd participate as it looked like fun.
I'm 29 (30 in Feb) and like many others, the cost of braces was the inhibiting factor when I was going through my middle school and teen years. I swore that I'd get it done as an adult and it has taken a while, but the day has finally arrived. It took me a lot of penny pinching and an occasional second job to put enough away to make a nice large down payment. But, after 4.5 years of never touching my savings account, I was able to pay over half of my treatment right away.
So far, no major issues. Although, as I sit here and type this, eating is a little different. I'm not looking forward to the teeth brushing or flossing, either.
I guess I'll really feel them tomorrow and beyond from what they told me. I'm cool with that. Pain is progress. I'm kind of fascinated by the whole process. Sort of wish I had been able to do this years ago.
I wish I had pics for you guys, but I don't own a digital camera. I guess I'm a little behind the times technologically. For that matter, I don't own a camera, period.
Anyway, I'll keep everyone updated on my progress.
Take care,
Chris
I stumbled upon this website a while back. I thought I'd participate as it looked like fun.
I'm 29 (30 in Feb) and like many others, the cost of braces was the inhibiting factor when I was going through my middle school and teen years. I swore that I'd get it done as an adult and it has taken a while, but the day has finally arrived. It took me a lot of penny pinching and an occasional second job to put enough away to make a nice large down payment. But, after 4.5 years of never touching my savings account, I was able to pay over half of my treatment right away.
So far, no major issues. Although, as I sit here and type this, eating is a little different. I'm not looking forward to the teeth brushing or flossing, either.
I guess I'll really feel them tomorrow and beyond from what they told me. I'm cool with that. Pain is progress. I'm kind of fascinated by the whole process. Sort of wish I had been able to do this years ago.
I wish I had pics for you guys, but I don't own a digital camera. I guess I'm a little behind the times technologically. For that matter, I don't own a camera, period.
Anyway, I'll keep everyone updated on my progress.
Take care,
Chris
Chris to the Archwired.com community!! Eating can be slightly different for the first few days, I suggest noodles as they are soft. Brushing is fairly easy if you follow the instructions the ortho gave you. Flossing can be tricky at first it just takes practise. 
I'm sure I am not the only person here who has seen enough of it.
