Metal Mouth Message Board

It's only been a few days since my de-banding appointment and I'm trying to make sure I do everything correctly. When I brush using my Oral B electric toothbrush, I feel as though it's putting too much pressure on my teeth as they feel like they are mobile. I'm wearing my retainer (Essix) top & ...

Last night was the 1st time I was in the position to go out for a work function WITH retainers. It was interesting. Since I didn't want to take my Essix retainers out for a few hours, I decided to enjoy everyone's company while sipping water and then when I wanted a glass of red wine, I took out ret...

I am in upper and lower essix retainers and I was told to take them out whenever eating or drinking anything(except water). As far as I know, they will stain so I wouldn't suggest leaving them in, especially while drinking coffee. I know my teeth are stained from drinking coffee and I now drink it ...