When I got my braces, I thought I'd be stuck in that dentist chair forever—seriously felt like half my day was gone. But a friend gave me a tip beforehand: bring earbuds and listen to a podcast or audiobook. Made the whole thing way less tedious, you know? Curious if anyone else has little tricks or hacks they used to make the whole braces-getting experience less boring or uncomfortable.
Yeah, earbuds definitely help. I was super anxious going in, so I brought one of those stress balls to squeeze during the appointment... sounds silly, but it genuinely calmed my nerves a bit. Made the whole thing feel shorter somehow.
Earbuds are a lifesaver, honestly. My daughter brought her favorite stuffed animal along—thought she'd feel silly, but the orthodontist didn't bat an eye. Whatever helps ease the nerves is totally worth it... glad you found something that worked for you.
