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Sunny

Finally ... the metal is mostly gone!

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Sunny
, 07-12-2011 at 07:17 AM (1682 Views)
After 5 years, 11 months and 2 days ... they're off!

At the end of work today it was my turn and I was really nervous. I was experiencing irrational thoughts, like maybe my teeth would fall out, that there'd be nasty stains ... but it was easy and great!

First one of my assistants bonded gold wires on the back of my upper six teeth and lower eight teeth. Next a quick turn with the pliers and out came the upper and lower brackets all attached to the archwire with powerchains and ligs still attached. I felt a little pressure on one tooth ... but apart from that it was fast and simple!

My teeth felt HUGE and smooth ... even though some bonding still needed removing. I wasn't looking forward to this, as I have a couple of sensitive areas, but my assistant was excellent and I asked her to use the 'old school' grinder to remove the bonding on those sensitive teeth ... the result ... no discomfort.

My tongue couldn't stop licking the front of my teeth ... they felt (and still feel) amazing!

Upper and lower moulds were then taken. These will be sent to he lab tomorrow and I should get my clear retainers on Friday or Monday. This is the bit I'm not looking forward to!

Next a stream of people in and out making appropriate 'happy' noises ... exciting ... I asked for a mirror ... and WOW! My teeth not only feel HUGE, they look HUGE ... and WOW ... they're all one colour and there's no sign that I ever had braces ... WOW ... totally blown away!

Photos coming!
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  1. lightskinnnn38's Avatar
    Awesome!!! I need pictures! lol congrats :)
  2. Ellebraced's Avatar
    WOW!!!!!! That is a LONGGGGGGGGGGG time!!

    Can't wait to see and congrats.
  3. Keejay's Avatar
    Hi! Congrats! From what I've heard, the feeling of having the braces taken off is absolutely marvelous. I should expect the same feeling as yours after approximately 2 years, :braces:
    Can't wait for some photos!
  4. softpink86's Avatar
    Wow! 5 years! Congrats!
  5. catgyrl's Avatar
    :party::thumb::party::thumb::party::thumb:

    I wish they had the "jumping up and down" emoticon, because I'd use that, too!! I am SO happy for you, Sunny, and I can't wait to see your pics.

    -Cathy
  6. Rachel's Avatar
    Congratulations! I am also looking forward to seeing pics. It must be an amazing feeling. :)
  7. catgyrl's Avatar
    Rachel, you're FREAKING ME OUT with that avatar! Every time I see it, I think it's me. LOL!!
  8. Boira's Avatar
    Congratulations!!! :clapping::clapping: Where's the party? :party:

    Wow, almost 6 years, that's a looooong time!
    Updated 07-13-2011 at 09:28 AM by Boira (typos)
  9. Sunny's Avatar
    Thank you ... I have photos, but they've not been uploaded yet ... sorry!

    I love my bonded retainers. Already I barely notice them and I love knowing that my six uppers and eight lowers are being held firmly in place!

    I really can't put into words how wonderful it is to have naked teeth ... they feel outstanding!

    This is wonderful ... and everyone who comes to this site has this to look forward to!

    Yah for naked teeth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !! :party:
  10. moonie's Avatar
    Awesome, congrats!!! :)
  11. Denise's Avatar
    Congratulations!!! It feels amazing doesn't it!
  12. Rawrsome_Minx's Avatar
    Congratulations Sunny :) that's awesome news, I can't wait for that day too ... although I'm terrified of the thought. You've come a long way, I'm glad you are amazed at the results.
  13. abbaker's Avatar
    This makes me so excited for when mine come off!! What a memorable and happy day for you. A month later I'm hoping you still feel great and excited about your new smile!! :D
  14. ChicagoB's Avatar
    OMG - I am so happy for you. I've checked out your site a few times and was amazed by your resilience. 5 years in braces is not an easy feat and you were committed to it. Congratulations!!!