Extended treatment times

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dmavextra7

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I'm currently 4 years, 3 months into a treatment that was originally projected for 2 years.  Granted, Covid and my ortho changing practices contributed a bit to the extended wear time but I'm still in a bit of shock that it has been this long of a process.  I haven't asked for them to be kept on, nor do I have a date yet for them to be taken off and I'm not sure how I feel about it.  On one hand, I've wanted braces since I was a kid and was always fascinated by them, but on the other hand I'm sure the people who know me must be wondering why I've had braces for so long as a 30+ adult male and the pain of eating and taking care of them doesn't really get any easier.  I feel like I am constantly switching between wanting them off as soon as possible and wanting to keep them on as long as possible.  Can anyone else on this forum relate, what was your experience like? :-\
 
my treatment was originally planned 18-22 months. like you I had mixed feelings when we extended (in my case, I had them off at 27 months). now I'd love to have them back on again (got them off almost 10 years ago), but really don't have a need for them again.
 
Im on my second round of braces. I didnt care for them last time but this time i want them on as long as possible. Im not even wearing the rubber bands hoping that will expend the experience.
 
Haha best of luck to you  ;D!  It's definitely an interesting feeling of being 'stuck' with them now, I had an appointment yesterday and still no mention of a de-brace date.  I've still got a couple significant gaps, so who knows maybe I'll make it into the 5-year club.
 
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