The guys here can be rough, but I'll say you're generally a pretty honest lot, and I'm not looking for some "feel good", bullshit answer. Guys my age do not have braces. But I'm questioning if I should consider it.
Now, I'm gonna be frank; I don't have any game, I have quite a bit more weight to lose, and I'm worried throwing a grill on top of that would basically make me, well, un-fuckable. And I don't know how long braces "take" to fix yo teef.
Then again, I suppose at the end of that, I'd have a better smile. And if it takes 3 years (which, after a quick google search, seems pretty likely), I'd be 34 which I suppose isn't ancient. Assuming I keep working out and eating better, I could look a hell of a lot better at the end of that.
But is nobody going to take me seriously during that time? More importantly, is that likely to be an instant turn-off to women at my age? (my top teeth are just crooked enough that invisalign wouldn't work)
Honest opinions much appreciated. And any other feedback, I guess.
vas_mhtro 5y ago
The fuck dude? Health goes first, why you trying to become something you are not to impress women In the first place; they are just a treat in your life. See through braces exist but who gives a fuck tbh, better yourself for yourself
apoc2050 5y ago
I'm late 30s I just got braces. I think it is the best decision I made in a long time and should have done it sooner. Do it.
BluBlac59 5y ago
You don't know how long it will take without an actual examination. Do that first then decide. I would do it if I were you. Don't let your teeth be the only place where you don't make an improvement. Do some research the bacteria that lives in your gums can cause heart damage. Crooked and crowded teeth are hard to clean and get that bacteria out. Ask your dentist. And with so many people with corrected teeth you'll need it to score. If you saw a hot woman but her teeth were out of sorts what would you do ?
dsgk_99 5y ago
Check out Invisalign if you truly believe straight teeth will benefit you, it’s come so far and is only getting better. You get a series of trays that 99 percent of people won’t notice at a glance.
elcroquis22 5y ago
As someone that got braces as an adult, by all means get them. The two years having them will more than make up whatever insecurities you may have later in life.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND GETTING THEM.
Jcorb 5y ago
I appreciate that, thanks man!
Throwaway-242424 5y ago
Is it possible to use braces only until your teeth are in good enough shape to finish with invisalign?
BigDickEnergy123 5y ago
What's pathetic about improving yourself/appearance?
SelfUnmadeMan 5y ago
Don't do it for women, and don't do it for us. Do it only for you.
stat1490 5y ago
No. I’ll be getting them at 29 to prep for jaw surgery
ProFriendZoner 5y ago
Quit acting like a bitch and get the braces. Talk to your dentist, you know, that silly thing called communication? And those 3 years are going to pass, braces or not.
arcwhy 5y ago
Making yourself look and feel better is a good thing. Do it, especially if you have Austin Powers teeth
SimplyFishOil 5y ago
No. The only thing that would make it pathetic is if you act like it's pathetic.
If you walk into every social situation owning the fuck out of your braces and not give a fuck what people say about them, people will look up to you for being so confident about something most people wouldn't be confident about.
Talinor09 5y ago
I know two guys who got braces in their 30’s. One was an alpha chad and the other was another mate who used to be a player and got them before his wedding.
The first guy had them on the inside which is horrible but didn’t stop him from pulling. The other guy had them on the outside and while we used to give him shit he didn’t care and his wife didn’t mind. Obviously different if you’re single.
It’s all about you bro. If this is a big hang up then get it dealt to for your own sake.
There’s low visability options available:
https://www.invisalign.com
For the record, I was at/near my physical prime in my early 30’s. The one thing I regret was not taking some time off dating and going full monk mode and truly upping my SMV. Like get proper ripped, re-up my wardrobe and stack some cash. Instead I was pulling decent girls who were mostly distractions.
ForteStrength 5y ago
It won’t put you back, but it will only help you.
It will make you more attractive, for sure. A study I’ve read somewhere people with straighter teeth land a higher paying job/is more employable. (Significant amount)
I paid $2.5k for Invisalign (job took care of other $2.5k). I’m 22 about to be 23 so I’m a lot younger than you, but it was defiantly worth it. Confidence, my coworkers always light up when I smile (they always point it out) and shit that comes as out your mouth doaent matter as much when you have bright straight teeth. Talking to everyone and anyone is a breeze.
My 02
Jcorb 5y ago
I appreciate that, man. Granted, there's a big age-gap, but good to hear it.
monsieurhire2 5y ago
If they will fix your teeth, what is the problem? If they look like shit already, the braces aren't going to make them that much worse. If you are using this as an excuse to not game women, all you are doing is adding to your wait time. Who cares if they reject you over braces? If that's the case, you didn't want them anyway. You could use that 3 years to go out and game women. Maybe you'll even meet a good one. I made similar mistakes. It's always a mistake to stop gaming women. Never stop. Always be gaming.
Jcorb 5y ago
Very good point. I do have a habit of finding reasons not to make moves. Something I've always struggled with, really.
Good advice, though.
FederalAnxiety 5y ago
How bad are your teeth? Can we get a photo? I'm 98% sure it will be an instant turn off for virtually all women, but look on the bright side: if you're overweight and socially inept then you probably unfuckable already, so you've got nothing to lose at least for the first year.
Jcorb 5y ago
Eh, probably later? Not sure the best method of uploading pictures anymore, now that imgur requires their stupid app to upload images from mobile (I have to worry a lot about cyber security).
My top teeth probably aren't super jacked-up. My bottom teeth are pretty rough, though; my bottom-right canine actually sticks out in front of my top teeth.
FederalAnxiety 5y ago
I'd have to see to give an opinion. Sometimes people are worried about things that other people don't even notice. But if your teeth are really bad then I'd probably do it personally and just go monk mode for 3 years and hire a call girl if you're really desperate.
Jcorb 5y ago
Eh, fair enough. But you'd definitely say braces are gonna hurt my odds quite a bit more? (I'll try and schedule an exam this or next week, just to see in clear braces are an option; it's been a while since I've been to a dentist).
FederalAnxiety 5y ago
Almost certainly I expect. I'd personally find it extremely odd to see a 30 yo man with braces. But it still might be worth it.
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Its worth it. I had braces as a kid. Fixed my teeth and EVERYONE compliments them.