I went the dental school route a few years back for some minor crowding, and honestly, it was a pretty good experience overall. Sure, appointments took a bit longer, but I actually liked having multiple people double-checking everything. Clear aligners sound great too—I have friends who've used them and swear by how convenient they are. Either way, you'll probably see improvements faster than you think...just gotta stick with it and be patient.
My teeth were slightly crooked for decades before I finally bit the bullet and got clear aligners a couple years ago. Honestly, best decision I've made for myself in a long time. Sure, dental school treatments can be thorough (and affordable), but for me, convenience was key—especially since I travel a lot. Aligners made it easy to stay consistent with treatment. Whichever route you choose, just commit to it—it's worth the patience and little annoyances along the way.
Did you find yourself staring at your teeth in every photo too? 😂 I'm a bit older, and honestly, I thought crooked teeth were just part of my "charm." But after finally getting aligners last year, I can't believe I waited so long. Sure, they're a bit annoying at first—taking them out for coffee breaks was a pain—but hey, small price to pay for not cringing at every family photo anymore. Did you have trouble remembering to put them back in after meals? That was my biggest struggle...
Haha, I totally get you on the forgetting-to-put-them-back-in thing. At first, I'd finish lunch and jump straight into meetings or errands, only to realize hours later my aligners were still sitting on the kitchen table... oops. Setting phone reminders helped a lot until it became second nature. Honestly though, seeing my teeth gradually straighten made all those minor hassles worth it—hang in there, you're doing great!
Haha, phone reminders are a lifesaver, aren't they? Ever had that mini panic attack when you're halfway through your commute and suddenly wonder if your aligners are still chilling on the bathroom sink? Been there more times than I'd like to admit. But hey, at least it's not as awkward as realizing mid-conversation you've got spinach stuck in your braces... trust me, aligners win every time. Keep at it—soon enough you'll be flashing that straight smile without even thinking about it.
