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Getting Braces
How to prepare for getting braces, What to expect at first braces appointment, Surviving first week with braces, Foods to eat before getting braces, Do braces hurt initially, Anxiety about braces appointment, Questions for orthodontist about braces, Experiences on braces installation day,…
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17 discussionsgetting braces soon, any tips to make it less awkward?
So I'm finally getting braces next week and honestly, I'm kinda nervous about the whole thing. I mean, I know tons of people get them, but still... feels…
getting braces soon - here's a tip I wish I'd known earlier
So I'm getting braces next week (finally, after like forever waiting) and my friend gave me this random tip that actually makes sense. She said to put lip…
bracing myself for braces - any tips?
So, I finally bit the bullet and scheduled my first orthodontist appointment for next week. Honestly, I'm a little nervous. I haven't had braces before, and I'm not…
braces just put on - how do I survive the first week?
Got braces yesterday and my mouth feels like it's been through a boxing match, lol. Eating is a nightmare, brushing hurts, and I'm paranoid about breaking something. Any…
getting braces soon, kinda nervous about the pain
So I'm scheduled to get braces next week and I'm a little freaked out tbh...heard some people say it hurts like crazy at first and others said it's…
How long did you sit in the chair getting braces on?
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…
braces tomorrow - what should i bring?
Getting braces tomorrow and kinda nervous, ngl. My friend said chapstick is a lifesaver cuz your lips get super dry from holding your mouth open forever. Also heard…