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Guy getting full metal braces - 2nd time at 28.

Posted: Thu Feb 23, 2017 9:03 am
by akihikotakeba
Hey everyone!

I'm getting braces on Saturday morning and I'm nervous! I haven't really spoken to family or friends about the decision because I am not looking for any negative feedback, I'm doing this for me!

I had braces when I was 12-15 years old the first time around. Like many people, I didn't wear my retainers, but I also had lip rings which messed up the orientation of some teeth, so I'm back in the chair as an adult. Unfortunately I was not a candidate for Invisaline, which I am a bit bummed about because I tried pushing for it at a few consultations. :( I'm told my treatment this time around will be around 24 months to fix my crowding and bite issues.

Happy to be joining the braceface club :tingrin: (albeit a bit reluctantly). This seems like a really supportive community so I'm sure I'll stop by to gripe and help support others.

Re: Guy getting full metal braces - 2nd time at 28.

Posted: Thu Feb 23, 2017 2:57 pm
by atrixa
Welcome to the board! There are lots of us in the early stages of treatment too, so you can celebrate/commiserate with us.

Re: Guy getting full metal braces - 2nd time at 28.

Posted: Sat Feb 25, 2017 8:16 am
by akihikotakeba
It's brace day, wish me luck!

Re: Guy getting full metal braces - 2nd time at 28.

Posted: Wed Mar 08, 2017 12:50 pm
by Kmmulligan
How's it going a couple weeks in?! I just got my ceramic on top last Wednesday.

Re: Guy getting full metal braces - 2nd time at 28.

Posted: Sun Mar 12, 2017 7:40 pm
by jintgirl
I only shared news with my friends who also wore braces in the past. They were supportive. :D . I'm glad I did it.

Welcome to the club.