"Well is was either plastic surgery...

[djspeece]

or braces, to get a more youthful look" is one of my responses to getting braces at age 62, about a month ago. So far, so good, only minor issues but I think I will live through it. I questioned my decision many times during the first week -- my teeth weren't really that crooked -- and at my age who needs a perfect smile? But my general dentist explained the pros and cons of all the options, including implants, etc, and braces seemed to be the way to go to avoid problems in the future. I've enjoyed what I have read so far on the boards here, and think this will be very therapeutic for me and reassuring to read the various stories. I want to do things right, and have become very very obsessed with oral hygeine lately. Hopefully I will return to normal at some point, at least as far as dental issues are concerned. As for me, I am happily divorced after a 30 year marriage, have 30-year old twins who are gainfully employed, and I am enjoying life immensely these days (braces notwithstanding).

Dan

[bracesandcurapp]

Good for you:) never stop improving right? braces definitely make you look younger lol

[dojo]

Kudos to you. Age is less important, what matters is YOU and what you expect of your life. While many people are just there crying about their gone youth, you are changing something in you. Really impressive choice and great spirit. Keep us posted on your progress and best of luck with the treatment

[djspeece]

Thanks for your encouragement! After two months I am slowly adjusting, but I swear this week the braces seemed to have gotten bigger! Is there any connection between getting braced and going insane?

Dan

[prairiehouse]

[quote="djspeece"]Thanks for your encouragement! After two months I am slowly adjusting, but I swear this week the braces seemed to have gotten bigger! Is there any connection between getting braced and going insane?

Dan[/quote]
Probably haha.

Anyway, congratulations on going through with this.