Metal Mouth Message Board

It's been 5 months and my smile has changed a lot! http://i849.photobucket.com/albums/ab53/cmlynch/IMG_0043.jpg As the months go on, I know getting braces is worth it. :D The ortho removed my bite ramps behind my two front teeth at my last adjustment. She said my bite changed a lot. Changes are good.

Congrats!! Your teeth were just like mine! The ortho said 2 years for me, which seems like forever. It's been 5 months and I've seen lots of progress. I cannot imagine another year and half.

Enjoy your freedom!

The same thing happened to me! I was so excited for my first real adjustment and the ortho said to come back in 6 weeks. Glad I am not the only one. If my teeth are still moving then I am ok without the adjustment and pain. Still a little disappointing though...

Your teeth look wonderful!! I know I am going to cry when the ortho finally removes my braces.

Thanks Snowglobe32! I am happy I joined this community. Having braces as an adult can be rather isolating when I look around at my friends, family, and coworkers without metal mouths! I will post better pictures when there have been more changes-patience, patience, and more patience. I am so used to...

Sorry for the huge picture!

I am a 28 year woman with ceramic braces on top and metal on the bottom.I am managing and cannot wait until 09/14/11! I have always hated my smile and it has really affected my self esteem. Having straight teeth will bring me a lot of confidence! After literally losing sleep over my "imperfect ...