Uck, that has to be tough. Sometimes it is so hard for a person to live up to someone else's standards. That is no way to live. Why not have a drink? You are an adult. Your family WILL NOT fall over dead. They might be upset for a minute, but they will realize eventually that they're being silly and move on. There is nothing they can do about it. I think that after you start being yourself around your family you will feel a huge weight lifted off of your shoulders.
As for the tounge ring. My husband had an OT. Which is the biggest you can get. He eventually took it out because it hit his front teeth so much that it started to change his teeth. His front teeth started to jolt out more and create a gap. He took it out and went to a dentist so now his teeth look much better. He did complain of a metallic taste in his mouth and it affected the way his food tasted. It has been 4 years since he has last worn it and the huge hole is still there.
Good luck in whatever you decide! |