Before and After ~ 1st day in braces

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#1 Post by **Crystal S** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 6:50 am

11:00~ Oh my goodness... I am SO stinkin nervous! I kinda know what to expect from reading everyone's stories, but I feel like I am going to implode with nervousness! When it's all over I will probably be saying, "that wasn't so bad, why did I get so worked up?" But I guess we'll see when the time comes. I'm also thinking that 2 years is a long time! But I am not going to prolong this. It needs to be done and I'm sure I will get used to it and my braces will just become part of me. Take a good look at my before pics cause you'll never see them the way they are again! I'll try to post pics tonight or tomorrow. Till then...

#2 Post by **Braced32** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 8:17 am

Hi Crystal ~

Happy B-Day!!

It's really not so bad! Can't wait to hear how it goes!

#3 Post by **iBorg** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 8:59 am

Two years goes quickly. Think back to two years ago. Remember much....its a blur. So will this experience.

Braces are as good (or bad) as you make them. This is a decision you have made for yourself. It is in many ways like a massage. No one but you (and the ortho) will benefit from your treatment.

With that being said, take pictures as soon as you can. There will come a time when you're ready to be done....when you can't see progress. Take a picture on that day. Compare that picture with today's pictures. You'll quickly see progress that will give you great encouragement.

Finally, try to make this fun. Go search for a Serta sheep #.5. You'll understand. Smile, be proud. Today can be a start of a great experience.

Mike

#4 Post by **Zombo** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 9:04 am

Happy B-day! I'm on day 9, and enjoying a fat hamburger

This will be one of the great decisions in your life, and I'm of the opinion that a great smile enriches your life, and the lives of those around you!

#5 Post by **Miss Smiley** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 10:56 am

Happy B-Day!!!!!!!!!!! I've just passed my 1 year at the beginning of this month. I hope you're keeping hydrated and using wax if needed. Don't forget to take those painkillers when your teeth are super sore! Most of all, chew through some of the pain!

#6 Post by **Bekah** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 11:31 am

Happy Brace day!!!!!

#7 Post by ***melissa*** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 12:12 pm

Woohoo happy brace day to you!!!!!!! Let us know how everything went

#8 Post by **jenny101101** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 2:14 pm

Yay for brace day!!

Can't wait to hear how it went.... $+\+$

#9 Post by **Crystal S** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 7:53 pm

Well, It's been about 8 hrs. since having my braces put on and all is well. I have a little soreness inside my lips from the braces rubbing, but the wax does wonders! A few of my teeth are tender when I bite down, but not too bad. Hopefully, the next few days won't be as bad as I'm expecting them to be. Thanks for all of the encouraging comments! I'm pretty self-concious right now, but I know it is a good thing! I can't wait to see the end result!!! i will post some pics soon!

#10 Post by **pearls** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 12:23 am

Happy Brace Day!

Congratulations on getting braced! I bet you are proud of yourself. Keep using the wax! It's a great help. Did you get metal or ceramics? Any coloured ligatures?

Can't wait to see your pics!

Pearls

#11 Post by **Crystal S** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 8:25 am

I got Damons. So no cool colors

It does feel good to be on my way to a great smile! Knowing that I will never see my old teeth again feels great! I tried to put pics up, but was having difficulties. I'll try again later! Thanks for the congrats!

#12 Post by **Crystal S** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 8:43 am

Before braces:

Day 1:

#13 Post by **discomom** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 9:32 am

How does it feel to be braced!!! You're on your way now. It will be over before you know it. I just had my 6th adjustment and the time has just flown by. Good luck!!

#14 Post by **Crystal S** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 9:33 am

My daughter is so cute! She is 2 1/2 and she loves my braces! She keeps pointing them out and saying that she wants some too! If she only knew what a pain they are right now. I told her if she needs them when she is a big girl, she can have some too. Now she can't wait to be a big girl!

#15 Post by **Crystal S** » Thu Apr 24, 2008 9:35 am

Discomom: It feels pretty funky right now, but feels great to be on my way! I sure hope time flies!!!!!

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Before and After ~ 1st day in braces

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