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I just had brackets put on (self-ligating kind), no wire yet, long story.
Whenever I smile or speak for that matter, my lips get caught on some of the brackets when I close my mouth. Any good tips to alleviate this?
My lips don't get stuck much anymore (after 2 1/2 years, they're veterans to the whole OMGMETAL thing haha) but I have to say, I flirted with the idea of putting Vasoline ON my teeth/brackets. Sort of like the pageant girls do, haha.
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[ May 15, 2004 ]
vaseline comes in a little tub, its not too big but you have to put it on with your finger which can be a little messy, i recomend not licking your finger afterwards as it doesnt taste great lol but it does definately last longer than chapstick!
I use Vaseline most of the time, but also use a really neat eggnog flavoured lip balm from a store in Toronto called "Lush". It's great, especially at this time of year!!!