My braces are coming off in one week! I won't look like a teen mom! For those who don't know, I've had braces on for almost two years. It was my very own personal decision to get braces. I had always gotten told that I had a beautiful smile but, like you guessed, I was extremely unhappy with my crooked bottom row and the hole that was obviously exposed when I closed my jaw. I saved my money and committed to finally getting orthodontic treatment at the age of 23.
The last 22 months that I've had braces on have flown by! To be honest, I actually enjoyed wearing them. A major annoyance was definitely getting food stuck in between the brackets and being consciously aware of what I could eat in public. I looked forward to every appointment because not only was the staff awesome but it also meant I was closer to having the perfect smile that I've always wanted.
I managed to take a picture of my progression every month/appointment for the first year and a halfish. After that I stopped because there were only minor changes after my teeth had shifted into place. I also thought I was going to get them off last November... Now it will be up to me to wear my retainer religiously. I'm not letting all of this investment of money and time go to waste!
I can't believe the moment is almost here. I'm almost sad to get them off (JUST KIDDING I'M NOT) but I also can't wait to wear the lipstick I've been stocking up on and flash my new pearly whites, however; they won't be so pearly and white right away… I'll be sure to post clear before and after pictures once I get them off next week! EEEP :D
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