Braces help?
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Hey, I'm 17 and I've had every brace you can think of (train tracks, headbrace for nights and I've now got a retainer for nights) I've never had the mick taken out of me. I also had the bands and they are fine as well but just remember to take them out before you eat cos I accidentally ate one of mine lol.
My teeth are soo much better now and feels rele could when you can just smile loads with perfect teeth so don't worry about it they aren't as bad as they seem! :)
Are you sure they aren't train tracks cos the bands I had that sound like the ones you are getting were connected to my train tracks - but if you are sure they aren't train tracks which you probably are then I don't know what brace you're getting, sorry.
Good Luck !
So many people have braces that you'll be just one of many. My son has them and so do lots of his friends. If your orthodontist says you need them, then you must have them or face a lifetime of crooked teeth and an aching jaw.
It's good that your parents are looking out after your general health as poor alignment of teeth can cause headaches and problems later on. Those people who make fun of you haven't a clue. Just find a good retort for their comments. Laugh about it and go on. The outcome will definitely be worth the discomfort. I was 25 when I got braces and it's harder as you get older.
alot of teens have them.nothing to get nervous about. the more cooperate you are the less time you need to have them the down side is you can't have gum, and stuff like that.
I had braces around that age with elastic bands too - it wasn't exactly fun and peers can be very crule, so i understand your concern.
However, the way i look at it now is this - my teeth are straight, i have a nice slight over-bite and i've lost count of the number of times people have commented on how nice my teeth look and those have far outweighed the times that people were cruel.
Also remember, those that make fun of other people (for temporary things like braces, or more permanent things) are insecure and unable to accept themselves as they are!
Just think of how good your teeth will look when your braces are out!!
If you need them you need them. take care of them right and do what the orthodontist says and you can possibly get them off sooner than what you originally thought. If you dont then you will continue having a crooked smile and possibly TMJ.
Hun... so many people have braces and elastic bands in there teeth now. people wont take the mick. And even if they do you'll be taking the mick when you get them off coz you'll have the nicer teeth. xx
I have seen people who have had them forever and didnt notice until months after I had know them. I think you will be fine.
I had them. I didn't care. Then again, everyone was under the impression that I was a bit psychotic back then so... They'll be out soon again anyway, and then you'll have a long auld time ahead of you. I got with a lot of girls at that age that wanted to see what it was like to french kiss a man with braces.
if u are really worried abt them, you cud get those clear ones.. its not that noticeable unless someone looks really close. porcelein i think.. but i have to warn you it is a lot more exoensive than normal braces.
I am 32 and i left having braces until i was 30 because when i was told i needed them i, like you, was too frightened of being laughed at. Accept that people will make jokes and be prepared with a retort back such as 'i might have braces now but not forever, you will always be ugly!' I think you may find people will admire your courage, lots of people commented on my braces in a positive way rather than negative.
Keep in mind that it will be difficult for the first week or so but after that the kids will find something else to make jokes about. Its so worth doing it now hon, i spent my teenage years and all my twenties being painfully shy because of my awful teeth. Grit your teeth (pardon the pun) get them on and keep reminding yourself that you wont feel conscious of them for long. Lots of people have braces now and those who comment are likely jealous or narrow minded, just think how beautiful your smile will be! Good luck, go for it!
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