Researching the topic of traditional orthodontics gone wrong has been extremely disturbing and very depressing at times. It's like facing your deepest fears. But it has made me grow emotionally. I think the reasons I have been able to come this far are that I now:
1. Know what is wrong with me, that something IS wrong and that I didn't just imagine things.
2. Know that there are other people out there regretting this type of traditional orthodontics "treatment".
3. Know that the orthodontists that treated me made a mistake even though extraction orthodontics is still an accepted method today. People afterwards said to me, "You look fabulous!" and seemed satisfied with the way I turned out but I know now that I didn't imagine things and that my health and my appearance were damaged (well, were bad to begin with but were made worse). I feel that in the end I am the winner because I was right. It might sound weird but it means a lot to me and is closely related to the fact that I don't have to feel crazy anymore.
4. Know that I can help other people. At least I can reach out. Then, if people don't share my opinions, that's up to them.
I am one in millions people who have suffered from Traditional orthodontic. I cant tell you how much i do regret about it ... It was a big mistake i have made in life. I am currently trying to find a trusted functional orthodontist to help me with my appearance and health ( TMJ, Breathing ... ).
SvaraRaderaHope you are doing fine.
Take care
Bruce