FEAR OF THE UNKNOWN LOH#177

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The thought of undergoing cosmetic surgery for any part of my body hadn't crossed my mind before. I am not a fan of cosmetic surgery solely to enhance beauty, I believe it is necessary in cases like correcting deformities. However, seeing this topic I kept thinking if there was anything about my body that I felt concerned about and would consider changing.

The only idea that came to mind was a surgery that would make my smile beautiful. I get to admire people smiling so much and I want to have a nice smile that can uplift and comfort others. My mom mentioned that I hardly smiled while growing up; I always wore a serious expression. Maybe that's why smiling doesn't come naturally to me or maybe because of my broken teeth. Instead of smiling with teeth showing I prefer laughing, I feel my smile is creepy sometimes 😄

Having surgery to make my smile captivating would require a highly experienced surgeon. I am concerned about the difference between expectations and outcomes ( what I ordered versus what I got). The rate at which people undergo surgery to enhance their beauty and the outcome looking very scary with complications is high. I wouldn't want to damage my face to get a pretty smile and end up with a scary appearance.

A lot of things in my face might be altered for it to happen I wouldn't want to go through the pain. I had to shake off those thoughts because I am someone who doesn't handle pain well. A little pain can be unbearable and also thought of not being able to function well during my recovery period, will be a disaster for me. I also fear what might happen in the future, so enhancing my appearance is not something I will consider.

Moreover, I get compliments on my smile in photos and physically, they say beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but to me, it looks weird. Despite all these, I don't fail to flaunt my incomplete teeth when smiling.

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Keep that thought of not having any surgical procedures. You don't need any cosmetic surgery in my opinion :) If you are concerned about your incomplete teeth, you just need a few artificial ones to fill the gaps😉

Thank you !LADY for sharing your story.

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The thought is gone already. Planning to do artificial replacement in the future, thank you so much.

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I wish you the best :) Thank you too and Happy Tuesday ❤️

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Thank you so much lady token, it's more than enough encouragement to be an active member of LOH

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I completely understand how you feel. I have a space between my front teeth and as a child, I wanted it gone. However, now, I am glad I still have it, because it's one of the things that make me, me!

My youngest son was born with the same space. His teeth did jut out a little causing him to often bite his lip. I've done the same thing and believe me, it isn't fun. However, in adulthood, just around 30 years old, he decided to go through some procedures where they moved his teeth through something called invisiline, and on some of them, actually shaved the teeth down. It has been a 5 year process and a bit of a nightmare for him. There's been pain; there's been retainers that had to be worn all of the time except when eating. Once you were done with the meal, you had to brush your teeth and put it back in.

Long and short of it; it's been painful and long and seemingly unending process. He did it mainly to help stop the biting of his lip, but in the long run, I think he might have regretted the whole process. What I miss is seeing his natural smile!

Beauty is in the eye of the behold and we are our own worst critics. Take care and have a lovely day!

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I can't imagine the pain your son went through, he is so strong, and I am sure you will get to see him smile naturally soonest. Thank you so much Ma'am

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You are most welcome, and thank you for your kind words!🤗💜

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