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Hey everyone!My name is Brina,I've been on this site for a few years, after not being on for a while, I figured I'd start up again, having more knowledge then before! I'm 19 years old and am going to be a sophomore in college this coming fall! Please feel free to ask me anything!


I'VE BEEN VERY BUSY WITH SCHOOL SO MY APOLOGIES IF I DON'T GET TO YOUR QUESTIONS RIGHT AWAY!

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I'm having my braces removed in a couple of days. I'm concerned though, 'cause the dentist said that it's a 2-day process.

I got them on October 31st, 2005 (no candy for me that year, i know!). So it's been like 2 point something years so far. What should I expect during and after the removal? Blood? Weird nasty tastes?...Tooth decoloration? Pain?

Also, the dentist will file my teeth 'cause they're not all similar in length. Will that hurt or bleed or anything?

And is the switch from braces to a retainer a big jump? Did anyone get braces then retainers?

I'd like to know what it was like for you guys. If you haven't had them, it's ok, i'd still like to know what you think awaits me!

I'm 18/f.

Thank you. =D

Its really not as bad as people would think. Just make sure you take 2 advils before you get them off, and after. No blood will appear when they are removed. Possibly some weird tastes, like the cement thats on your teeth. Tooth decoloration is a big possibility, and your orthodontist will probably recommend for you to get a kit that helps with that. Yes, their will be some pain most likey, the pressure of taking off your braces, but not much. The tooth file gives your teeths ome discomfort, i've had my teeth filed, and did not enjoy it, but its not that bad. It wont make your mouth bleed. Yes, going to a retainer is a big change, not a big jump though, the retainer isnt as bad as braces, no pain. lol. Everyone gets a retainer after braces. I'm 15, i still have my braces on. I got them on 4 years ago, so you can imagine how much I know about this. Hope I helped! Happy Spring.

-Brina

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(Rating: 5) 4 years! oh wow!! Thanks for your wonderful advice though!

XD you're the best.
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