Metal Mouth Message Board

@Mack - rinsing just doesn't get the junk out of my braces - a toothbrush is definitely necessary...

Thank you all for your responses! I feel much reassured.

I can tell you are very upset about your new look. Do other people in your life feel there has been an enormous change in your appearance? Is there someone close you can discuss this with openly and honestly? My experience with braces so far is that no one notices them as much as I do - they are the...

I begin a new position in about 3 weeks, and I'm wondering about the etiquette of brushing, flossing etc. at work. I do have a cordless Water-pik so could use it as well. Do co-workers get grossed-out and complain? What can I do to avoid problems?

I have ceramics on top, metal on bottom, plus rubber bands. I also opted for SureSmile, which is supposed to cut the treatment time. I'm a tech geek and thought it was super cool. However, I won't go for the first SureSmile scan until mid-October.

I'm 53 and I am having the same reaction. If I still can't stand the molar build-up after a few weeks I'll go back and complain. On the bright side, I am losing about a pound a day...

Got them on Tuesday. There were 12-year-olds in that office who handled the procedure better, but I am adjusting. Job interview today was a little tricky due to the lisp but I managed. Best wishes to all for a straighter smile and I'll be lurking..