Braces for my early 30th birthday
Posted: Thu Apr 03, 2014 6:46 pm
So I'm nearly 30 and have been wanting to get braces for a long time but could never afford it. I decided that now is the time, and it will be my spectacular birthday present to myself! (And with how much it costs, it will probably be my birthday present for several years, haha)
I still have my two upper canine baby teeth, with one of my poor permanent canines barely emerged and the other trying to find room. I just got my consult today, and will be getting my braces in 11 days! The ortho said my case looks fairly simple; braces on upper and lower and should only take about a year. I also apparently have "tongue thrust" and will have to wear a tongue trainer.
I am ridiculously excited and looking forward to the day that I can smile without inhibition and feel good about my appearance. My major concern is how much I love food and what a huge adjustment this new lifestyle will be!
I've been lurking here for awhile and getting inspired by everyone's wonderful stories. I plan on sharing my journey once it finally begins. I don't know if I can wait 11 days!
I still have my two upper canine baby teeth, with one of my poor permanent canines barely emerged and the other trying to find room. I just got my consult today, and will be getting my braces in 11 days! The ortho said my case looks fairly simple; braces on upper and lower and should only take about a year. I also apparently have "tongue thrust" and will have to wear a tongue trainer.
I am ridiculously excited and looking forward to the day that I can smile without inhibition and feel good about my appearance. My major concern is how much I love food and what a huge adjustment this new lifestyle will be!
I've been lurking here for awhile and getting inspired by everyone's wonderful stories. I plan on sharing my journey once it finally begins. I don't know if I can wait 11 days!
