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For me the pick of the metal brackets was not in the least predicated on what anyone else thought of me in braces. Same with the ceramic. At first I liked the idea that my ceramics wouldn't be that noticeable, or so I thought. Really, the ceramic braces are only not noticeable from a distance or in pictures. Up close everyone can see that you have braces. So, for me, the ultimate decision came down to comfort.
I have never worried about what others thought of my braces. They are just temporary anyway!!
Braced 5/11/05, BSSO with advancement 6/21/06, Debanded: 8/1/07. Click on www for my braces story.
