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jmom
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Adults with braces
Yay or nay? Its something I have wanted to do for years but havent because of the high cost and to be perfectly honest, I am worried about how they will look on a now 30 year old. My teeth are too bad for invisalign. If you have had them as an adult or know somebody that has, please tell if you were happy with the decision or what the experience was like for you.
Thanks!
Also ortho recs please! (Suffolk)
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Posted 8/20/12 8:57 AM  |
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patti08
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Re: Adults with braces
I had them in my teens - a little later than everyone else but not in adulthood. I have seen them on adults. I don't see anything wrong with it at all. It is temporary, and the results are worth it. I say if you want it, go for it. Don't worry about how they look, think about how great you will look and feel afterwards.
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| Posted 8/20/12 9:20 AM |
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nrthshgrl
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Re: Adults with braces
My roommate from college did Invisilgn. She used to be the one that smiled with her mouth closed. Not anymore.
If there is something you are unhappy with & you can do something about it, I say go for it!
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| Posted 8/20/12 9:22 AM |
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BBin2012
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Re: Adults with braces
My mom just got braces at age 56. I wish she had done it sooner! She had to have several teeth pulled though. I can't wait to see the final result...I think it takes 2 years.
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| Posted 8/20/12 11:43 AM |
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jmom
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Re: Adults with braces
Posted by BBin2012
My mom just got braces at age 56. I wish she had done it sooner! She had to have several teeth pulled though. I can't wait to see the final result...I think it takes 2 years.
Wow good for her! I will also have to have several teeth pulled, not looking forward to that at all. It's another reason I have put it off, I'm a chicken!
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| Posted 8/20/12 12:25 PM |
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CupcakeLady
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Adults with braces
Who cares what people think? If it will make you happier and more confident, then it's worth a little discomfort. Not to mention, there are health advantages to having straight teeth as well.
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| Posted 8/20/12 12:50 PM |
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AScottWolf
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Re: Adults with braces
I had braces when I was younger in school but MUCH later then when they typical pre-teen years. I had them taken off finally going into my Jr. Year of college so I was..19/20.
I can understand the worry of feeling self-conscious about it. Maybe the option of having the braces put on the back of the teeth might be an option for you.
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| Posted 8/20/12 12:56 PM |
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CunningOne
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Re: Adults with braces
I did Invisalign at 38 years old. My teeth were bad. I say go for it! I still need to get a permanent retainer put on the backs of my bottom teeth because they keep turning, but no one can see and the results are priceless.
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| Posted 8/20/12 1:24 PM |
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Xelindrya
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Adults with braces
Ive worked with folks who got them as adults. I think its awesome. God knows that EVERY ONE knows they aren't cheap. So its an investment into yourself. Better than a workout, less sweat, we used to joke. LOL
They had them, then had them out so fast too. Feels like time flies. I say go for it!
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| Posted 8/20/12 1:57 PM |
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blondiebabyZ
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Re: Adults with braces
do it! age is nothing but a number
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| Posted 8/20/12 3:57 PM |
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Sparrow
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Re: Adults with braces
I don't know if I actually heard this somewhere or if I dreamed it up, but I'm thinking they can put braces behind your teeth. Since you said you don't qualify for invisilign then maybe this wouldn't work either but it's worth looking into IMO.
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| Posted 8/20/12 4:01 PM |
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jmom
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Re: Adults with braces
Ok I made an appointment for a consult and I'll see what my options are. Woohoo I'm excited thanks for the encouragement!
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| Posted 8/20/12 4:23 PM |
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Ltdentway99
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Re: Adults with braces
Definitely do it!!!! Who gives a crap what people think. I had them at 21. They were clear. It wasn't bad at all. My boyfriend at the time said I looked like an NBA player. 
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| Posted 8/20/12 6:23 PM |
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