Don't be shy....join in the discussion!

[ivorynectar]

Ok - I get it -- you want to learn about braces, or see if what you are experiencing is normal.

I have been through two years of braces and just got de-bonded this week. (That is the official term for getting your braces off!) Anyways, I read this forum A LOT during that time. It was really helpful, especially as an adult who had braces for the first time. My real-world life is not filled with other adults going through this!

I LURKED the entire time I was in braces. And now that they are off, I registered. What a weirdo. Now I feel like I want to share my knowledge. Don't be me! Ask questions. Help people looking for answers.

Also, my teeth look AMAZING, and I am so happy I went through the process. And that is EVEN WITH having multiple gum grafts. It is sooo worth it. Stick with it!

[desertd]

Welcome! Glad to have you. Yeah this place has been a bit quiet lately but there are some regulars. I'm 11 months in myself so I don't have a ton myself but I also want to put my name out there as well in case anyone ever has a question.

[Carno]

Hi, now that you've had your braces off, have you noticed any color differences in the areas of your teeth that had the brackets on?

[ivorynectar]

Nope! No color difference at all!

[Carno]

That’s good to know. I plan on getting my teeth professionally whitened after I get my braces off, but was concerned they might color differently while I had them on.