It's been about 2 and a half weeks, but I am now an official wearer of braces. I am dealing with some TMJ problems and this is an option that the maxillo-facial surgeon suggested before surgery, but come to find out, the insurance company will not cover any treatment for TMJ. Atleast it is cheaper here to get braces, so I will have them for a little over a year.
"Brace" yourself ...
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Ok, so I look like a swelled up chipmunk. It was the first day and my mouth was still adjusting to the change. I couldn't eat solids for about a week because my teeth hurt so bad. I now sympathize with all my students that have braces.
Ahhhh, braces. I remember the soreness! Chew sugar free gum right after you get them tightened if you can get it- it does hurt but it really helps in the long run. Salt water also helps. :)
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You were so pathetic at those dinners... At least you can chew now. =)
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