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I have these and my wire still moves, but not past the stopper. I guess so the wire doesnt slide completely out.

Good luck to you and Congratulations. It will get better, most people will be supportive (some may not). Feel good about your decision, the results will speak for themselves...

Thanks everyone for you kind words and for being a great support. I am so happy and proud to be braced at my age (41). At the end we'll see who has the last laugh...

Ok so today I was with some family members and to my horror I was asked "why the hell did you get braces at your age" I said to this person "I thought it was quite obvious why, I wasn't blessed with nice teeth and thought it was time I did something about it" then I was asked &qu...

I clench my teeth at night, never did before. I have a big overbite ATM and I am hoping this will cease when my teeth are better positioned in time.

I have these too and yes it's very arkward to eat most days. These wires are designed to straighten when heated (to take natural form) and work 24/7, this is why they straighten teeth so well. My teeth have moved alot already, so I am happy, even though I have some discomfort.

Congratulations

Good luck and congratulations on your decision. Like you I am also 40+ and have waited what seems to be a lifetime for my chance at having a nice smile. On here we are all doing this together.

Wearing a retainer is a must. I also know lots of people who's teeth have gone back because they did not wear their retainer. Maybe as an adult we might be a little more carefull and responsible enough to do as we are told, after all it's our decision and our own money not our parents.

This is normal, it's exactly what I am going through. There's - No Gain Without Pain.

I have all metal self ligitating braces. In three weeks I have had a lot of movement already. I like them and I couldn't be happier.

Great amount of movement....
I have been braced for 3 weeks and have noticed (and felt) a lot of movement. I hear and feel your excitement. Good luck on your journey.

Hi guys thanks so much for your advise and imput. I will try and cut back on the brushing and rinse in between meals. I just dont like the idea of food being stuck on my braces and even worse someone seeing this!

Hi Guys, I am asking this question because I think I may be going overboard. My ortho told me that I should be brushing 3 times a day, well for me I did this pre braces so this was not anything new. Nowdays I am brushing 6 to 7 even eights times in one day. Also I use a peroxide based mouthwash twic...

Wow you look fantastic...CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!
Your fab pics make me realise that i have made the right decision on getting braces. Thanks for sharing