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by sonicare
Mon Jul 07, 2008 6:09 pm
Forum: Lingual Braces
Topic: Extractions - Week One Need Support
Replies: 7
Views: 1680

I had my front-bottom tooth extracted in May. I was told it would take 2 months or so. Well .. two months is here, and ain't a damn thing changed. I too regretted my decision mainly because I was concerned of my look. There was no way I was approaching a girl. But, I've come to the opinion that who ...
by sonicare
Mon Jun 23, 2008 8:10 pm
Forum: Lingual Braces
Topic: Should I get iBraces or clear brackets on the bottom?
Replies: 20
Views: 7795

I have ibraces on top, clear (radiance) on bottom. I got them this past May. If I could go back, I'd get the ibraces on bottom as well, no matter the cost (well, almost no matter). I'm late 20's professional and appearance was my top priority. My ortho convinced me that no one can really see the cle...
by sonicare
Tue May 27, 2008 6:51 pm
Forum: Lingual Braces
Topic: About to get linguals off - unhappy with results
Replies: 12
Views: 4523

That's quite unfortunate. I'm an attorney in the United States. I would consider all my options, legal or otherwise. First, every doctor (including orthodontist) is required to exercise a prescribed standard of care. To fall below that acceptable standard is negligence. In addition, in every sale of...
by sonicare
Tue May 13, 2008 8:23 pm
Forum: Lingual Braces
Topic: Dental Costs
Replies: 8
Views: 2346

The total cost for my treatment came to $10,500 for ibraces top, ceramics bottom. Ridiculous, yes I know. I had this same question before I got them and I couldn't find out anywhere. I swear they keep it a secret.
by sonicare
Tue May 13, 2008 6:20 pm
Forum: Lingual Braces
Topic: Basic Hygiene
Replies: 6
Views: 2012

Thanks for your suggestions. I appreciate it.
by sonicare
Sat May 10, 2008 7:17 pm
Forum: Lingual Braces
Topic: Basic Hygiene
Replies: 6
Views: 2012

Basic Hygiene

Hi, folks. I've perused most of the recent postings and appreciate all the questions and responses, especially. This past Wednesday, I got ibraces on my uppers and ceramics on my lowers. The week prior, I had extracted a front bottom tooth (I look like a crack head). I'm sure you well know the initi...