South Africans Share Their Bizarre Experiences with Braces in Viral TikTok Video
- South Africans came together to share their experiences with braces after one lady confessed her struggles
- They mentioned how the procedure has made them alter the way they live, all because they wanted a perfect smile
- The people of Mzansi communicated in a thread of comments yesterday after the video was posted
Yesterday, a young lady from Botswana, Reotshephile Selete, confessed her struggles after getting braces.
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The youngster led a conversation that’s rarely discussed by those who have had the dental procedure before. Selete’s honesty inspired many people to open up about their journeys.
They bonded in a thread of over 800 comments after the youngster posted her video yesterday. The clip managed to garner over 200K views in 24 hours.
SA opens up about the brutal reality of getting braces
A perfect smile is socially appealing, and many people go to great lengths to achieve it. Some travel to Turkey for an A-class service, whether it’s getting veneers or other cosmetic treatments.
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Veneers are quite an expensive luxury; ordinary people opt for something more budget-friendly, like braces. A lot of South Africans have braces, whether it’s to hop on the “trend” or to achieve a more desirable and socially accepted smile.
People often ask about the cost and waiting period regarding the procedure, and not the life-changing experience one would inevitably go through. A youngster on TikTok, Reotshephile Selete, explained her frustrations online.
She explained that the procedure is painful and uncomfortable. One has to learn how to maintain their oral health.
Selete shared that for three days after the procedure, one will find it difficult to eat solid foods. They have to consume soft foods like soup, yoghurt, and ice cream:
“You are going to go on a diet. There are certain foods that you are not allowed to eat when you have braces because they are going to break your brackets.”
She thoroughly explained that one should prepare the day before the procedure by moisturising their lips. The youngster said that the braces mess up the lining of her mouth to which she needs to use a particular wax for.
Selete highlighted that one of the most difficult things was closing her mouth:
“We go through a lot. If you encounter someone who has braces, give them a kiss (with their permission!). I've had braces for two years and seven months now. Don't get me wrong, they do the job, but at what cost?”
Watch the TikTok video below:
SA reacts to bizarre side effects of getting braces
Social media users shared their experiences with braces:
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@Janet 👄 commented:
“I tried to eat pap and wors on the first day. Was I not humbled?”
@s:) highlighted:
“Braces are the pits ESPECIALLY when you get power chains.”
@Angie A Mokonopi wrote:
“I can't even kiss with these things. I give up.”
@Zukhanye shared:
“I put mine today, I'm tired!”
@Zealot✌🏾remembered:
“That first week of having to get used to the feeling of having something in your mouth 24/7. They scratch your mouth. I nearly ran mad.”
@a.mzin21 commented:
“Some people will be smiling and flexing with them as if there is no pain, especially influencers. They act as if they are cool and harmless, but I’m traumatised. I’m used to it.”
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- A young African woman shared her perfect smile on the internet and wowed over two million people online with her transformation after getting braces.
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