No one really enjoys getting braces, but they sure are happy they had them.
There are plenty of reasons to get them – to correct overbites and underbites, correct jaw position and other disorders, or just to improve appearances. Of course, not everyone can afford braces (those things are expensive!) and crooked teeth are common and nothing to be shamed by. But we have to give props where they’re due.
If you’ve ever thought about getting braces (or blamed your parents for having to get them), wait until you see these transformations. They’re just incredible!
1. After two years
Spending two years wearing those braces is nothing compared to all those years he had his crooked teeth. You can see that sense of relief in the way he smiles now. He looks happier.
2. Confidence
When you go through a dental transformation, your teeth aren’t the only things that’ll experience change. You’ll get an instant boost in confidence. This woman’s case is one great example.
3. Personality
Her teeth didn’t stop her from showing her bubbly personality. With her teeth fixed, this woman has even more reason to smile.
4. Then vs now
Check out this confidence boost. She looks so much more comfortable smiling.
5. A life goal
His single mother couldn’t afford to get him braces when he was still young. When he finally got a job and insurance, he got his teeth fixed and crossed out one of his life goals. Good for him!
6. In just 6 months
This transformation didn’t even take a year, but it looks like he had pretty good teeth to begin with. Still, the “after” photo is just wonderful.
7. Just beautiful
She was already beautiful before she got the braces. But look at that perfect smile now. It’s no wonder why this woman felt thankful for braces!
8. A big change
In 16 months, this guy experienced a massive change in the way he looks. As part of the process, he also decided to get a major hair re-do. He looks like a different person!
9. Just thankful
It’s hard not to feel thankful when you finally get to take off your braces. It’s the day where you can finally smile without crooked teeth or metal wires on your mouth.
10. A reason to smile
It must have been hard to do public speaking when you’re wearing braces. However, if you compare it with the confidence issues he struggled with before his dental transformation, it’s nothing. He’ll be able to enjoy his perfect smile for a lifetime.
11. A long process
For this guy, the process of getting his perfect smile wasn’t easy. He had to wear his braces for 3 years. Now that they’re gone, he can finally smile with more confidence.
12. Worth it
This woman didn’t get her perfect smile that easily. Apart from the dental braces she had to wear for 4 years, she also had to undergo surgeries. That sounds expensive and traumatic, but her teeth look perfect as a result!
13. A stunner
She looked cute with that gap between her teeth and her braces. After they’re gone, no one can deny how stunning she looks.
14. Amazing transformation
Getting her teeth fixed helped her to grow up to be a more confident woman. It’s really amazing how changing one’s smile can transform a person’s self-esteem.
15. Encouragement
A lot of people consider getting braces and jaw surgery as scary. This woman posted her picture to give anyone in need of those treatments a bit of encouragement.
16. After 2.5 years
This guy paid for his dental work from his own pocket. For sure, there’s no way he’d be letting it go to waste.
17. The special smile
This guy’s smile is super special. After braces and jaw surgery, he was finally able to show off his new smile.
18. What a difference!
This little guy looks handsome with that smile. It won’t be long before he starts impressing girls with it.
19. Amazing work
The 13-month-long process of transforming this girl’s smile wasn’t easy. You see, before she was able to get that perfect smile, she also had to do mechanical bite expansion and veneers. Sometimes it takes more than braces.
20. Before and after
It looks like there are two different women in this photo. The one on the left looks like an unsure woman, while the one on the right is full of confidence.
21. Very pretty
The sweet little girl on the left turned into a lovely lady. Her hair and smile suit her really well.
22. Puberty and braces
Puberty is a complicated phase for most kids. The same goes for dental braces. It’s a good thing everything went well for this young lady.
23. Happier
Getting braces isn’t just about getting better-looking teeth. Honestly, it’s more about feeling happier and more confident about yourself.
24. The difference
There’s a 2 year-and-10-month difference between these photos. For such a short time, the guy was able to achieve a massive improvement in his smile and overall look.
25. This glow up
Aww, she was a cutie. However, as a grown woman, she likely appreciates having those perfect, glamorous teeth. She has one of the most gorgeous smiles on this list.
26. Unrecognizable
When this woman knocked on her grandparents’ neighbor’s door, they had a hard time recognizing her. Well, you really can’t blame them. She looked pretty different after losing weight and getting braces. Growing up changes people a lot!
27. 8 years of treatment
It took 8 years of treatment before this woman finally fell in love with her smile. Through those years, she had 10 teeth pulled, surgery, and 2 rounds of braces.
28. A throwback photo
When this woman posted a throwback photo, she didn’t just show her weight loss transformation. She also showed off her orthodontist’s great work.
29. The whole face
This woman had the option of posting a photo of just her smile – just like what she did on the left photo. However, since she was feeling a bit more confident with her teeth, she decided to post a photo of her entire face. Good for her!
30. Finally free
Getting your braces removed is like achieving freedom. Finally, you’ll be able to smile without feeling self-conscious about how you look.
31. Simple but better
Not many people love looking back at their school photos. But when you’ve had such a glow-up, sometimes you need to remind yourself how far you’ve come.
32. No more braces and glasses
She’s no longer wearing her glasses and her smile looks better. The way she did her eyebrows is a tell-tale sign, too. Clearly, she’s all grown up now.
33. That gap
For others, that gap between her teeth made her look cute. However, for her, it isn’t that great. Thankfully, braces were invented to fix this kind of issue.
34. First day and last day
The difference between these photos is three years. For some people, that doesn’t sound like a long time. However, for someone who’s been struggling with self-confidence issues because of their smile, three years can feel like a lifetime. Despite that, the sacrifice is worth it.
35. Getting braces
Her age didn’t stop her from achieving that perfect smile. This proves that you can still get your teeth fixed even when you’re older.
Well, you’d have to see your dentist and orthodontist for that just to be sure.
36. Glowing
That’s a very pretty smile. Of course, a few years and some good makeup will do a face some favors too.
37. #Smile
She seemed like a happy person even before the process. Well, with her teeth fixed, it’s safe to say that she’ll be smiling even more. It’s on her shirt.
38. Her level of confidence
She’s proud to show off her teeth and smile, but not just because they look good. She’s showing them off because she’s feeling more confident about herself now.
39. Day 1 vs day 25
It hasn’t been a month yet but this woman’s smile has already changed. It’s hard not to feel excited about the end result.
40. Appreciation
She has endured years of wearing braces. It’s no wonder why she’s feeling thankful and super appreciative of everything she went through just to get that perfect smile.
41. Smile!
A lot of people who got braces will find this transformation quite relatable. From smiling with her lips closed, this woman is now feeling more confident to show off her perfect teeth.
42. Memory
When this woman saw an old picture of herself, she couldn’t stop feeling amused. She’s quite thankful to dentists and orthodontists for making changes like this happen to people.
43. The difference
The woman couldn’t believe how her appearance changed. She thinks it’s quite crazy.
44. Bangs and braces
It’s hard to believe that there’s a 2-5-year difference between these photos. Well, she’s already beautiful before. The braces and her bangs just enhanced her looks.
45. No more bad teeth
It must have been a relief for this kid to get his teeth fixed. He won’t have to worry about bullies or other kids saying bad things about his teeth (although the problem would have been on them, not him!)
46. The shape of her face
It’s amazing how getting your teeth fixed can change the shape of your face. She looks so much younger after getting her braces removed.
47. Painful but worth it
She was 23 when she finally got her braces removed. Even though the process was painful, it’s still worth it. Just look at how her front teeth turned out.
48. In need of braces
She needed the braces and fortunately, her parents were able to get them for her. After two years and a few months, she’s now showing off her gorgeous smile!
49. Not just the teeth
Her entire smile changed after getting her braces removed and it’s probably not just because of her teeth. Honestly, it’s probably because of the instant boost in confidence that she got from it.
50. Growing up
Little boys need to grow up. Fixing their bunny teeth is a part of that process.
51. She’s done.
14 months of treatment and she’s done. She finally said goodbye to braces and hello to her perfect smile and teeth.
52. Changes
She changed a lot and that’s not a bad thing. They were actually good for her. She looks happier and more comfortable wearing that smile.
53. Done with braces
This man has reason to show off that smile. His crooked teeth are finally fixed and he’s done with wearing braces. That’s enough reason to smile for someone who had to wear braces for 4 years.
54. Simply perfect
This woman got everything right. She got the perfect smile and the perfect lipstick to wear with it.
55. “Little transformation”
When this woman shared her glow-up photos, she thought she was just sharing her “little” transformation. I’m not sure where she got that but there’s nothing “little” about how her appearance changed. She looks so much beautiful with that smile!
56. Things to be thankful about
Just look at her show off those pearly whites! Simple things can make a huge difference in how a woman feels and looks.
57. In just a year
In just one year, this teenager’s smile improved a lot. It’s truly crazy what difference a year makes.
58. Beautiful smile
Beautiful smiles in both pictures. However, in the one on the right, she looks happier with her smile. She has that glow in her eyes!
59. A simple change
Adults deserve a perfect smile, too. Take it from this woman. Even at her age, she didn’t feel scared of improving her appearance.
60. Perfect smile!
It’s hard to believe that it’s the same person. Puberty and braces really enhanced her beauty!
61. Looking young
Many of us don’t get braces because of minor issues, but sometimes they nag at us later in life. It doesn’t look like she had much work to do, but after getting braces it’s hard to argue that her smile is anything less than perfect.
62. Those dimples
Her smile is way better now. Her straight teeth made her dimples look more noticeable.
63. Huge difference
This is a massive 3-year transformation. She wasn’t just able to remove the gap between her teeth but she was also able to get a really gorgeous smile. She’s a stunner!
64. Just excited
This girl can’t stop smiling after getting her braces removed. Well, who wouldn’t feel that way? It’s an exciting phase.
65. Just so happy
Who wouldn’t feel happy with that smile? I bet she waited long to finally be able to smile like that.
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