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I’m nervous to go to the orthodontist

I need braces but I don’t want them I’m scared they’re going to make me ugly

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meggie · F

I had them and when they were removed it was sooooo worth it. I looked great and got so many compliments

justanothername · 51-55, M

They are virtually see through. Buck teeth are a whole lot worse and can result in more people making fun of you. I had braces when I was 15.

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4meAndyou · F

@Vgore0304 They should have informed you in advance that gaps do not always STAY closed after you have braces. I have a tiny gap between my front teeth, probably 1/8", and they managed to close it and then my teeth would move right back the way they were. They even sent me to an oral surgeon to slice the muscle between those two teeth. That didn't work, either.

So find out if they guarantee that the gaps will stay closed.

Vgore0304 · 26-30, F

Did they not give you a retainer when they took them off @4meAndyou

4meAndyou · F

@Vgore0304 Of course. My teeth are small, however, and my mouth slightly larger than the teeth...by 1/8".

Driver2 · M

Don’t be , just think if you don’t get them now you will probably regret it in 5 or 10 years
That may help ease your mind and it’s true.
Delaying taking care if your body will only make the pain worse when you have. I choice in the future.
That had been my experience

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Driver2 · M

@Vgore0304 ask the dr , they may give you antibiotics
But ask them
Dental work is no fun but it’s usually worth it
Let us know how you do

Vgore0304 · 26-30, F

I’m skipping my appointment I’m not ok with someone idk putting anything in my mouth with this virus going on @Driver2

Driver2 · M

@Vgore0304 it’s your choice think about rescheduling
I won’t nag you

TwiddlerofThumbs · F

Just do it!!!! Working out makes people look stupid, but look at the result!!!

Driver2 · M

@TwiddlerofThumbs good advice

4meAndyou · F

What about those clear plastic inserts? They are actually supposed to be cheaper, and they are removable.

Vgore0304 · 26-30, F

I’m not ok with inserts I don’t want to go to a orthodontist at all I’m that scared@4meAndyou

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