They are orthodontic braces, had them for 4 months. Will have them for another 12. I'm 27, so other women my age might see it is a bit weird.

I was useless with women before braces, but I'm wondering to what extent they matter. Everywhere I look online it's the same "looks don't matter" sugar-coated BS.

Fact is, braces will get in the way of kissing and other nameless sensualities.

The other question is, do I make it obvious I have braces in an online profile - should I have a picture of me smiling with my braces showing? I just know it will affect my ability to get a date because of how shallow that crowd generally is (at least before they've met you).

Thoughts?