well.. the quality of life is important. I think this is important.
I would get a second opinion about $7800.00 for the braces, it seams a bit high to me.. I had braces about 15 years ago and it was a LOT less.. but that was 15 years ago. Also.. I had the braces for 2 years... why do you have to pay it all upfront?????
I would even get a second opinion on the procedure. Just to be sure.
Could you take out insurance or add dental insurance and wait a few months or a year? (my braces were paid for through dental insurance due to tmj)
Shop around for the best loan you can get... I have heard that medical loans are a bit easier to get.. just make sure you read the find print and don't get scammed.
Talk to bf.. if he has a stable job maybe you could be added to his insurance .. of course you would have a waiting period for that.
All said and done... if you are careful and this is needed for you to be healthy and happy I would say go for it even if you must borrow the money.
Good luck
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