Virginia Elder | Source: TikTok/virginiaeelder
What began with orthodontic preparation evolved into a year-long transformation — one that drew millions of views and provided a detailed, personal record of post-surgical recovery.
Long before the braces, hospital gowns, and recovery updates, Virginia Elder was sharing glimpses of her daily life — moments of faith, quiet routines, and time with her dog — all of which would later stand in contrast to the year of transformation she chose to document.
Ahead of surgery, Virginia Elder smiles with braces, a visible step in her long transformation. | Source: TikTok/virginiaeelder