I have spent almost 20k on my teeth so far due to a lot of root canals and crowns and 8 tooth extractions that I’ve been paying for out of pocket. Dental trauma is such a real thing and I admire you so much for speaking up about it. I was always good at brushing my teeth but flossing would hurt and make my gums bleed so I didn’t want to do it. After a very bad dental experience I didn’t go back until 4 years later at which point the damage was done and I’m still paying for it. Take care of your teeth people! It’s so so so important! 🦷

@christinamarin4875

Жыл бұрын

how are root canels? I was told I need one but am afraid to get one.....

@BA-vv1gy

Жыл бұрын

@@christinamarin4875 If you are able to, you may consider requesting referral to an Endodontist. They are specialists in root canals and related procedures; just like an orthodontist or oral surgeon, they are specialists in that particular area; should be easy breezy. Once you’re numb, you may even fall asleep during treatment!:)

@sarahjacobson1995

Жыл бұрын

@@christinamarin4875 they numb you a lot so they are painless! They sound a lot scarier than they are. I’m going for one on Friday 😂🤦🏻‍♀️ it’s a lot harder when the tooth becomes infected to the point of pain. The pain is a lot scarier than the actual procedure. They aren’t cheap but if you have insurance to cover I would get it done sooner rather than later. Dental stuff doesn’t ever get better it only gets worse if not fixed and treated properly! Don’t be scared! It only takes about an hour! ❤️🦷

@elef.5697

Жыл бұрын

Bleeding gums is a sign of gingivitis. May seem counterintuitive, but a deep cleaning and flossing regularly helps to reverse early signs.

@letsbefair2675

Жыл бұрын

Same story here!!

As a dentist I would like to clarify that the gums don't die. What Adrienne is referring to is most likely the colour of the root of the tooth being visible through the gums. The tooth gets darker when it's dead or had a root canal.

@JM-mr6pz

Жыл бұрын

When she said dead gums I was like what 🤣🤣🤣

@zaleenarbab3672

Жыл бұрын

Can you kindly tell me dr sehrish about whitening methods for the teeth ,dr Zaleen from Pakistan

This story is going to touch so many people! My husband and I are both dentists and I’m a cosmetic dentist. you are so right.. cosmetic dentistry is a boys club. However, a lot more women are getting into it, as they should! It’s a great niche for a woman. Thank you for sharing your story!

Girl yes. I went to USC my whole life. Literally left at age 20 & I’m 25😂😂 shout-out them students working on my busted teeth.

@reedo9002

8 ай бұрын

My dentist is a teacher there😊 Hes a magician.

This is why we love you. Transparent and talk about things in a relatable way whether you’re rich and famous or not. Thank you for speaking on this🙌🏾

As a dental student, who is going to be treating patients soon, I really appreciate hearing your story Adrienne. Going to the dentist and looking after your teeth is sooooo important! it impacts our lives in so many ways, more than we realise sometimes.

@sharpaycutie2

Жыл бұрын

If I have any tips from a patient side is just pay attention and care for the patient. The eBay care I ever got from a dentist was when I was a-kid in a dentist office 😒compassion should be just for kids! We’re all humans! Even if your an assistant , making sure we’re not drowning in own spit or making sure we’re well rinsed out is JUST as important as the work being done .

@madeleinea443

Жыл бұрын

@@sharpaycutie2 I hear you! I totally agree :)

@victoriasmith2965

8 ай бұрын

Can you tell me why temple dentist school here is philly is charging more than actual dentists? They priced my husbands root canal for more than his normal dentist

@madeleinea443

8 ай бұрын

@@victoriasmith2965 oh no, sorry to hear that! Here in the UK, dental school treatment are usually free

I, literally, had to stop this video 4x to cry because it resonated with me so much. Thank you so much for making this video, Adrienne. I am 63 yo and it's so crazy how much things have advanced over the years but the whole dental thing was so trauma-filled for me. This vide is a BIG "aha" moment for me. So strange how so much good is coming out of the last 3 years of craziness. I can honestly say "thank you" pandemic for giving us all a "time out" - to learn what and who is important in life, hopefully, all of us learning that self love is everything. Thank you KZread and your algorithms who put content in my feed like this that help me as I realize how deeply and vastly my healing journey is taking me. It's not just the weight or the gray hair. It's not just the "imperfections" that through life, many of us try to hide or camouflage so that no one will notice and hurt or humiliate us. It's the burden we carry deeply inside, that causes us to shield our expressions of joy, that makes us feel unworthy, that makes us accept less than our value because we attach the lessening of our sense of value to these "imperfections." This video unlocked trauma I have felt since my first dental crown in the 5th grade. Yes. I'm 63, but healing never stops. I am so grateful to experience this even though it is at this age.

@cristinamelchor

Жыл бұрын

💞💕

My dads a dentist, my grandfather was a dentist my cousin is a dentist. I can confirm everything she’s saying. I’m so sorry this happened to you Adrienne

Honestly I can't think of a time when I didn't feel insecure about the gaps in my teeth. I finally got braces two weeks ago and I could not be more happier with my decision. I can already feel my teeth beginning to change position and I can't wait till I can smile and be the most confident me that I can be

@MelissaGaray

Жыл бұрын

Best wishes on your braces journey. Be sure to take before and after pics! 😃

@sabshack

Жыл бұрын

@@MelissaGaray Thank you I take pictures to see differences like every other day😂

@teamlovepanda

Жыл бұрын

Please make sure you wear your retainers every night forever once you get them off...otherwise your teeth will shift again. It happened to me and my boyfriend he had to get braces all over again to fix his gap that formed after years of not wearing retainers. Protect your investment hopefully this comment helps 🙏🏽 good luck on your journey it's the best journey to go on!! Braces have changed my smile forever ❤️

@sabshack

Жыл бұрын

@@teamlovepanda Thanks so much for the advice I'll be sure to wear them❤

@kaylabey

Жыл бұрын

@@teamlovepanda amen to that! i wore braces for two years and i stopped using my retainers, now i’m about to get invisalign 🤧

I’m someone that has struggled with my teeth for over 20 years of my life. It’s a horrible way to go through life and like you, my mother wasn’t able to afford dental work. When I became an adult, I didn’t have any dental knowledge so I just went out every day being half the person I am because o couldn’t smile or laugh without ppl staring at me. Now, I’m at a point in life where I have dental insurance and a plan in place to get oral cosmetic surgery once and for all! I’ll be 40 this year! I want to be able to REALLY smile on that day!

I used to work at a dental school in Southern California. It is absolutely the best option if you cannot afford dental work in a dental office. They have to be a whole year in the classroom and observing and pass certain prerequisites to even touch a patient. So you are in good hands. Everything has to be double checked by an instructor who is a seasoned dentist. The pediatric department was very busy for us. They are already dentists. But they are specializing in children’s dentistry. So they are not practicing, they are actual dentists. You’re very lucky that you lived near a dental school that could take you in 😊🦷🪥 the dental school that I worked for was big in missionary work. So they would go to other countries and help children and adults get dental work. Also, a couple times a year they would open up the school to do free dental work on the public. A lot of people are afraid of dental work and that’s what keeps them from taking care of their teeth. It’s only expensive when you don’t go every year for your exam and cleaning. That’s when things start to break down, and you get cavities. As you can tell, I am pretty passionate about it Lol a lot of my family is in the dental field too 🦷😁 Your smile looks beautiful!❤️

@apinder53

Жыл бұрын

See your local college for dental hygiene as well!

I grew up having crooked teeth on the top and bottom so there was no way of hiding them unless I covered my mouth with my hand or by smiling and not showing my teeth. Crazy enough I did not get bullied in school, but got bullied as an adult. If people would understand that many of us do take care of our teeth but can't afford dental work. Fortunately I was able to save money to get Invisalign and it changed my life. 2 years later I am now able to smile showing my teeth with confidence for the 1st time since I was a kid. However, I still find myself covering my mouth at times when I am at work or with a group of people, so that's something I am still working on similar to what Adrienne mentioned in her story.

You have no idea how happy my heart is that your consistent again with content! I’m so happy you got to enjoy your personal time with ever but I’m selfishly happy your back lol! My first son will be here in march and it’s so comforting watching your channel! Please post faith and familia soon I am SOOOOO ready to watch that journey 🥹🖤

I too have had dental work done at a college! And I only paid about $25 for a deep cleaning and two fillings. I didn’t mind having a student practice on me because they had an actual dentist supervising their work :) Seriously...thank you so much for sharing and being so vulnerable

I literally seen every Cheetah Girl movie, and I’ve never realized anything ever being “wrong” with your teeth, or your gums 🤷🏽‍♀️ wow!

@feliciaholley-loveless2343

Жыл бұрын

The word is “saw” 🤦🏾‍♀️

@Aliasss

Жыл бұрын

@@feliciaholley-loveless2343 The word is “SEEN”…like I said.

@envygoodridge274

Жыл бұрын

@@Aliasss exactly lol

@Fridate

Жыл бұрын

@@Aliasss grammar police are so funny. It's KZread people! But technically, you're both wrong/right. It's: "I saw" or "I'VE seen". You wrote "I seen" which is like a hybrid of both lol.

@thalumustieuels

Жыл бұрын

Who knew^?

I’ve been in the dental field for many years. Fun fact. The darkening of the gums is called a dental tattoo. It happens when you have metal touching your gums. Your two front crowns had a metal base which caused the dark gums “dental tattoo”. Glad you got it all fixed 😁

@Sweetieee

Жыл бұрын

Do implants with titanium cause that?

Omg the thing about hiding your teeth!! I had a crooked smile for so long because I had a baby tooth that I would hide with my lips, crazy you don’t notice that until you grow up :o

I am 30 years old! I can totally relate with you! I’ve had dental trauma since I was in middle school. I have a gap in my 2 front teeth, I grew up in a low income family, so braces or veneers were way out of the question here. Now I have dental insurance but even with dental insurance I know it will cost me a pretty penny! I don’t smile with my teeth showing, I cover my mouth when I talk. Being self conscious is horrible, definitely affects your mental health! Thank you for sharing your journey with us! ❤

Thank you Adrienne for being a voice for us. I look forward to your videos keep them coming.. Your always so open and honest.

It’s crazy because I have never noticed that. Really proves that sometimes our complex are really not noticeable and in our heads. Thanks for sharing this with us. Do you plan on sharing your experience about your subtle rhinoplasty ? You got one of the best nose jobs I have seen in my entire life

I cracked my front baby tooth in half when I was 3 and my parents brushed it off bc “it would eventually fall off”… leaving me with a black tooth until it fell off when I was 7😭 I still remember how embarrassed I was to smile and the fact that it was my identifier “the girl with the black tooth” in school🥺 Definitely why I’ve been so intense with my dental hygiene since my adult teeth came in! Thank you for sharing your story Adrienne🫶🏼 so cool how you never let it stop you from chasing your dreams ✨✨✨

Ugh, Adrienne. Your honesty. So refreshing. This is why I love you! 💝 I had a very similar experience and can relate so much and going through a similar journey.

Wow Adrienne that’s a crazy story and so sad you had to go through that… you have a lovely smile today and I’m sure every time Ever sees his mommies smile he is happy ❤❤❤❤❤

Adrian! Thank you so much for being so open and honest about your dental trauma! Mine started when I face planted riding my bike at six years old! I can relate to your story so much! I wanted to let you know that your guns were never dead, it was just the metal from the post and crowns showing through your gums! I went through that also! You’re such a beautiful young woman, inside and out and I’m so happy that you have the smile that’s truly reflection who you are. Loving your new channel❤️😘

I definitely realized the change and think they look amazing!! Good for you, A!! Love the build-up of growth and emotional maturity. Go girl!!

Thanks Adrienne for sharing such an intimate story and bringing awareness to this important issue! It's so sad how many people experience shame as a result of their teeth and yet so many lack the ability to access the right care. This is why dental schools can be a worthwhile option.

Thank you for sharing!! I’ve always loved your smile and never would have imagined the backstory to your smile. I almost cried when I heard you say you wanted to fix your smile for your baby. How beautiful is that! 🥰

Thank you so much for sharing this. I too grew up poor and didn’t even see a dentist for the first time until I was an adult. I have carried so much shame and embarrassment about my teeth since childhood, and I relate so so much to everything you described. Sometimes the shame can take a person to some dark and sad places mentally & socially. I too cover my mouth/teeth a lot. I never smile or laugh freely, always cover it with my hand. Your video and honesty and everyone’s honest comments in response have made me feel so much less shameful and alone. Just found out I need a root canal treatment and I’ve been feeling so bad about it, but hearing your story has made feel better-that it’ll be ok; I’ll be ok. Thank you, Adrienne, for that and thank you everyone else too ❤

Adrienne, I have followed you for years and always loved your bubbly energy and grounded spirit. Admittedly I haven’t watched your channel before because I just didn’t feel like I was the target audience but I have never related and felt you more than I have after watching this. As vain as it might seem to others your smile really impacts your mental and physical health. Thank you for sharing your journey! Subscribed.

I also used to go to NYU Dentistry on 24th &1st! I got my braces there, there has been some shifting in my teeth since then but it's only because I was bad about wearing my retainers (regret it so much!) Thanks for opening up about this! 💞

This channel feels comfortable, cozy, full of love and it’s always been full of faith. I’m happy to be here and wish u lots of blessings

I love that you're being so honest about this. It makes me feel some type of support as a woman who is going through a smile makeover as well.

I love that in this channel it’s more on a deeper level and it feels so comforting to watch 🤍

I’m LOVE LOVE LOVING this new channel, Adrienne! For so long, you have worked hard to truly become the woman God has called you to be & you’re living in your truest form. Your vulnerability looks so good on you. Thank you for sharing so much with us from then to now. I’ve been a fan for so long. Keep growing & keep thriving. I’m rooting for you!

@thalumustieuels

Жыл бұрын

I don't think she vonderible

Your words, Adrienne! So powerful. Such as a joy to watch and listen to. Keep rising, beautiful!

Wow Adrienne, this couldn't have come at a better time. I am getting a dental implant after YEARS of work on my teeth. In a nutshell, in grade 5, a few friends and I were running around and I fell. My front adult tooth fell and I had to wear a removable tooth throughout elementary and high school. At some points it would break and that was humiliating. As a kid, I was always so embarrassed and scared it would break. To this day, I still have dreams of my fake tooth breaking. I've had braces, a 'Maryland bridge,' a root canal on the tooth next to it because that one started to die, etc. Etc. Thousands and thousands of dollars later, I'm now 30 years old and finally getting my implant after years and years of temporary fixes. In the meantime, I've had to wear invisaligns with a removable tooth but as an adult, I've grown comfortable to talk openly about it & I've found that every time I have, there has always been someone in the room who has either gone through something similar themselves or knows someone who has. Thank you for being open and vulnerable on a topic that doesn't really get talked about. Thank you for calling it "trauma" because tbh I never thought of it as that. But looking back and processing it as an adult, it really did impact me on a subconscious level that I didn't even realize. Sending lots of love and gratitude. ❤

I loved that you talked about this topic. Such a big topic when you come to realise. A big part of confidence comes from your smile.

This is such a sweet channel. I'm loving your vulnerability. Thank you for sharing your journey with us, Adrienne. It's so brave.

What an important but not often discussed topic! I also had to get dental work and braces at a dental school clinic (University of Maryland Baltimore). I was my dental student’s first patient but he did a fantastic job! Thanks for sharing your story and beautiful smile with us.

This brought tears to my eyes. Ive dealt with dental trauma since a child and always cover my mouth when I smile. I cant afford the procedure I need and this video hit home. Thank you Adrianne 😢

To know that I and many others aren’t alone on this journey. I’ve had gum surgery and that’s the hardest thing to get done and the worst pain in dental. I stopped treatment because of not having insurance. This year 2023 is my year. To get all procedures completed. Gracias Adrienne god bless you and your family always xoxo❤❤

We also have a dental school here in San Antonio, TX. We also have community clinics that go according to your income. That's where my mom would take us, without fail, every six months. She always had to fill out a lot of paperwork to make sure we still qualified. Absolutely one of the best things my mom did for us. No matter how poor we were, living on social security checks due to my father's death, my mom always made she we were healthy.

@marieschrader9150

Жыл бұрын

Literally can't relate :(

@vanessagonzalez2067

Жыл бұрын

Yes! We were the same way in SA,Tx as well. My mom is still on those programs.

@litttlekitten

Жыл бұрын

hii! I live in Sa, what clinics are you guys referring to? I have a little one and I want to make sure I know so that he can get the care he deserves ❤️

@courtr1588

Жыл бұрын

@@litttlekitten Just google "community clinics" "dental clinics" "community dental health clinics" and the city name. sanantonio[dot]gov has a PDF with some leads: www.sanantonio.gov/Portals/0/Files/health/HealthServices/Dental/CommunityDentalHealthClinics.pdf

I needed this!!! Almost crying in my car. I had a similar accident as Adrienne & am working on coming to love my teeth. Gotta get over the fear & get them corrected.

you are such a beautiful person inside and out adrienne i can’t believe you were feeling like this and we didn’t even realize it. i applaud you for being so courageous to share your story with us and using your platform to shine light on this topic. keep being you sis, we love to see it and that beautiful smile of yours! 🥹🫶🏼

Dental student here! Thank you for sharing your story, and it's stories like these where I will watch to not only see what you're experience was and how you felt about it, but to also learn from it as well. I truly hope to be as kind and as gentle as possible as a future dentist 😁 I see a lot of people saying God bless students for working on their teeth but God bless you guys for letting us help! I know firsthand how rough some students can be unnecessarily, and a lot of times it's due to ignorance or they're so focused on the operation that they forget a human being is in front of them - so seriously God bless everyone that goes to a dental school or a clinic where students will rotate and let's us help take care of you and your dental needs!

This makes me wonder when Medicaid started to cover braces. I too grew up in NY (born in 1990) in the projects and my family was poor. And there were five kids. I was lucky enough to get braces and I desperately needed them. My teeth were jacked like seriously I had teeth in places where teeth should not be. I know my parents could never afford braces so I’m thankful for the free dental care that NY provided bc I know damn well my whole life could have been different if I had those teeth.

Adrienne, currently I am in the middle of dental trauma and I am fighting for all its worth for a beautiful smile again. Life has happened and I am still here. I am worthy and I will love my smile again!!! Thank you so very much for giving space for me to feel what I feel.

Most relatable video I've ever seen!! I literally would get panic attacks in the dental chair but I finally found a dentist that made me feel comfortable and laugh at visits. I made a promise to myself last year to make it the year of my teeth. $10,000 later I'm finally living with a healthy smile, and insurance barely covers shit. Thank you Adrienne for being so open and honest!!!❤❤❤

I am so familiar with the NYU and am terrified of going to the dentist because of that experience. This trauma has stopped me for going to the dentist for so long. I decided to go to the dentist two weeks ago, started a treatment that I’m not happy with. Finding a good dentist that knows your needs and can help you achieve your smile is hard especially in New York. I have desired to look for someone who can really give me that smile I’ve always wanted. Thank you for this video and being transparent with us. ❤ God bless! 🙏🏼

As a dental student you telling your story like this is amazing, not alot of people know they can get their kids in for so much cheaper if you go to a school and then you also help students learn!

I'm so glad that you shared your story. Because I myself lost confidence in my smile for years. After getting my veneers, things totally took a change, gain back my smile and confidence 😊

As someone who also has a lot of dental trauma still, I relate to going to the dentist with it being a student to work on you. I love to smile but having issues with my teeth has kept me from being confident and secure. Thankyou for sharing your journey!

Wow, thank you for being open and sharing that personal experience. I can relate to feeling insecure about one's teeth, especially growing up surrounded by people with perfect teeth. Your bravery in sharing it publicly is truly inspiring!

Hey Adrian! Thank you for sharing, because this is a SENSITIVE subject for me. Yes, I went to the college students more than once. It was simply a blessing. Wishing you the best especially with your new bundle of joy 🍼God bless you ❤️🙏♥️

Thank you so much. I am 58 and had an accident when I was 12 and broke my front teeth. I now have the courage to get over my fear and save toward getting my smile right. You are brave to share your story as most celebrities would not. Thanks for being real. GOD BLESS.

Thank you Adrienne for sharing it. I never notice it during 3LW and The Cheetah Girls. You are helping others by sharing. Your smile is beautiful.

First of all, thank you for sharing your story. I have watched your movies, I didn't notice anything about your teeth until you talked about it on The Real, but I still believed that those teeth on your movies were your natural ones... your new smile is beautiful and looks so natural. I have an open bite. I also want to fix it, but I can't afford braces. Your story is so inspirational that I am now again motivated to fix my teeth.

I love your smile! And it’s so good to see you so smiley in pictures and videos! My teeth are BY FAR my biggest insecurity however I battle mentally with getting them done because on one end I’d love to feel confident and comfortable in my smile, but as a full time working single mon it’s hard to justify spending the money on myself when I could use it for bills/necessities etc. I also struggle because I feel it’s important to teach my son to love yourself as God made you. Seeing you find so much happiness in getting them done makes me a little more intrigued to take the leap! Thank you for this insight!

Yay you’re finally talking about it! I love the new smile

I can't believe you went through this. Happy that you're happy about your smile. Thanks for sharing.

I felt this 100% I am one of those people who don't like my smile which is why I began using aligners. I am so happy with my decision. Thank you for sharing your journey Adrienne💕

Hi Adrien thank you so much for opening and reaching out to us. I have the same challenge one front teeth is long and I have had braces for two years and took them out later and again the teeth is still showing up faults now even though I put retainers. I loved smile before I had my babies but now hardly smile or even laugh and unfortunately am far in Africa for such services hopefully one day my smile will come back. You look amazing sis thank you for sharing it’s good to know you not alone❤

Really appreciate your honesty Adrienne ❤

Wow I never noticed your teeth, and your smile looks so pretty in your pictures! It's wild how your own perception of yourself can be vastly different from the outside world. I'm happy you were able to get your teeth how you want them ❤

You are such a great narrator. Love this new series.

Thank you for making this video! As a dental hygienist I cannot stress enough how important your smile/teeth are! I’m so sorry you had to go through that dental trauma but I’m so happy that you finally have your dream smile! Even I am insecure about my smile. I’m going to start my second round of orthodontic treatment with Invisalign to fix a few areas. Dental insurance is very inexpensive and even if you don’t have it, many dental offices offer a discount for self paying patients. Always ask for a discount, 90% of the time they will give you something. A beautiful smile is a huge confidence booster. Take care of yourself everyone. Let’s focus on self care this new year.

Omg I’m soooo glad you made this video Adrienne. I have been so insecure my whole life cuz of dental trauma. My mom died at 5 years old so my first set of teeth were black. I also went to NYU a for a root canal lol I know them days. Hahah😮 I wish I can get veneers or cosmetic dental work. I pray about it all the time. I have such trauma. I was a DV survivor and I’m a mom of a 4 yr old girl. And I am so sad all the time. I need an implant and can’t afford it now. I’m so sad sometime. I pray n beg the Lord that one day he will give me a new smile. I don’t remember when was last time I smiled fully. I miss it😢 you look beautiful Adrienne! You inspired me by sharing this topic because it’s a secret I shamefully hate talking about. That’s why I take care of my daughters teeth seriously. Your so blessed you can afford this dental work. I wish! Even the dentist I went to last month in Nj said “he’s overwhelmed” by my situation. Makes me very sad. One day one day the Lord will bless me with a new smile :-/. Thanks for sharing sis! The Lord is def using you! ❤😊

Dr. V did mine too and I am obsessed with her!!!! She’s truly the best of the best!

I can definitely relate to your story Adrienne... most of my life I hated my smile to the point where I hated taking pictures of myself. Even when I did take pics, I did not like to show my teeth at all -- this led to anxiety and insecurity about my physical appearance. My teeth looked like it was pushed inwards and I had several overlapping tooths! So fast forward Jan 2021 in the height of the pandemic this was the moment I said to myself it's time to go to the dentist (I had to do two root canals and 1 tooth extraction) and get braces. Very much like you said, my family could not afford braces either but after finally stepping into an exciting launch of my career I could finally afford the treatment. Acknowledging how expensive it can be to invest in dental health, it's TRULY WORTH IT 100%. Currently, I am in the final stages of my Invisalign treatment and I've never felt more confident about my smile -- this was a truly life changing experience for me to the point where I'm socializing more often and I'm smiling way more!

Wonderful video. I’m 72 & just got all new veneers. What a difference!!! Teeth r so important in our self confidence & health. Love you, Adriane!! Hugs. Jana - Texas

I noticed your smile was different and beautiful, I was waiting for this video. Thank you!

Yes Adrienne. People do judge you on your teeth. That is why the first thing People do when they become successful is fix they teeth so they can laugh more. And people start commenting on your laugh.You don't have to show teeth to smile and I smile a lot. Thanks for this video.I appreciate your openness.God bless. Love always 🇧🇧

Love your outros! I have had no dental trauma but I am far from loving my body as it is. It is a process. As always, thank you for your candor and sweetness. Besitos 🥰

I stop everything, just to watch her! She has always been beautiful, both inside and out! 💗

I have noticed you singing crooked. Crazy! I’ve had so much dental trauma too. I actually think it’s really great you opened up about this. Thank you.

Adrienne thank you for sharing omg I never heard anyone else talk about this. When I was in 6th grade I also chipped my teeth and had root canals bc the root was dead. In jr high I struggled with my smile bc I also had grey in my teeth. I would subconsciously always put my hand in front of my mouth when I laughed and not smile as big bc I didn’t want anyone to see it. 😢 happy I have veneers now and looking to get them redone in future ❤️

Right on time! I’m finally getting encouragement to handle my dental business!

I know this was about her teeth but I thought Adrienne looked adorable in her childhood pictures. Mama Nilda had some adorable children who then had adorable children themselves. Beauty runs deep in that family. But I do understand being insecure about your smile because I am as well. Though I liked Adrienne's teeth before I think Dr. V did a great job. And I admire Adrienne's transparency.

OMG MAMITA YOU'VE CHANGED MY LIFE TODAY ADRIENNE. 🙌🏼GOD HAS WORKED THROUGH YOU IN SO MANY WAYS IDK IF YOU CAN EVER UNDERSTAND. GOD BLESS YOU HERMANA & I SEND SO MUCH LOVE YOUR WAY MAMA...THANK YOU.🙏🏼

I love this and trust me as someone with an 8 month old this is the first thing I want to teach him. To take care of his teeth and to do anything in my power for him to have a smile he is happy about. Because a smile says alot about you

It's crazy how similar our stories are! My sister and I were doing laser tag when we were young. I was following too closely behind her and she turned around quickly so her laser tag gun hit me in the face. I chipped a bottom tooth. It wasn't as severe as yours but I remember it was sooo senstive to the air for the rest of the day. I believe my orthodontist at the time actually fixed it for me because I did have braces and I was seeing her more often than my dentist. I do agree abou investing in things that matter but having the money to afford braces is defintely a privilege. I'm so grateful to have had them and to this day, I still wear my retainer at night. We barely had the means to get them and I remember we went a whole year without going to the orthodontist because something had happened and we couldn't afford the monthly payments (even though we had our braces on).

I just love your vulnerability. Thank you for each and every story you share .

I’m so grateful for this , I just went through something similar with my now 8 yr old son . March 2022 , he had an accident . The root canals didn’t last no more than 4 months. I know we have a long journey ahead on this dental journey .

Love your story about your dental journey. I am always saying that once I get financially stable that I will work on getting my teeth fixed that is on my lists

I’ve never related to a story so much. I’m so glad you spoke out on this.

This story is identical to mine , thank you for sharing . I struggle so much to this day with the insecurity from my dental trauma. I too broke my front two teeth when I was 10 and have the same issues as you had , starting with the bonding , then caps , then crowns to then have grey gums . It’s something I dream of correcting and getting that amazing smile someday . You are beautiful and thank you for sharing your journey

Hi Adrienne, my name is Sabine and I live in Toronto, Canada. Thank you so much for your testimony. It gives me hope. I have my own dental trauma. My teeth turned yellow and I was 17 and I have had other issues that led to multiple crows, all yellow. Recently, I have had two teeth extracted in place that make me feel insecure. I am dying to get my teeth fixed once and for all and to get the beautiful white smile of my dream. Thank you again, Sabine.❤

Thanks SOOOOO much for this transparency ❤️❤️❤️ I needed this…I been through a similar trauma, and now have veneers .

Adriana thank you for sharing 💕I’m a dental assistant for many years Your story is Beautiful it makes me happy to know you are so happy with your New smile it’s beautiful keep smiling thank you for sharing 🌺

Girl, went back to the "I Do" video and you have nothing to worry about. Your teeth were cute and nobody was paying attention to them with THAT VOICE and THAT BODY. Wow

I am so glad i came across this. I work at a dental office and have been considering this. THANK you for your transperantcy

Adrienne 🙌🏾💖✨🙏🏾 Bless you! I can relate to this video so much! I appreciate your transparency and thank you for sharing your story!

I did not anticipate this being so emotional. Oh my goodness!!! Thank you for sharing this story. You posted this video in a week when I am also having a dental issue: my whole cheek was swollen 5 days ago. I love this story though!

Crazy how this video pops up on my feed as I’m literally searching for dental insurance. 😅 I love how transparent you are and still how confident you are through your struggle!

Thank you thank you for sharing this. I am 43 and my teeth were always the root of my insecurities. I was teased as a kid for my gap teeth and like you grew up with parents who couldn’t afford it. When I was older in my early 30’s I was able to afford braces, but then when the braces came off I was left with a missing tooth hence the horrible gaps. I wore my dental flipper for the longest time but was finally able to afford an implant and some veneers in the front. You are so right it is traumatic and it’s embarrassing to admit. And people do judge you based on your teeth. Thank you again for addressing this issue:)

Thank you for sharing Adrienne. I always felt crazy for feeling insecure about my dental trauma. When I was 9 I knocked my front teeth out while playing with my cousin. I spend years having nightmares about the accident and wishing I could back in time to prevent it. I never talked about it up until now, and I'm in my 30's.

Girl you booked major gigs with those grey teeth!!!! So they were MVPs!!!! Thanks for sharing this this story 💟💟💟💟💟💟💟

Wow! Adrienne incredible honesty thank you so much for sharing such realness.

I so love how you end these videos. Its reminds of gossip girl...greetings from Guyana

I never noticed. I can see a difference now w/the before & after, however; they still look good! Thanks for sharing!