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by Eve43
Thu Aug 25, 2011 12:48 pm
Forum: The Bracket Club
Topic: braces for gum health issue
Replies: 6
Views: 1799

Re: braces for gum health issue

Thanks for the info, klobird! Just came back from the orthodontist and he said that my teeth will be tender to the point that it will keep me from grinding. Maybe...but I seriously doubt it! Scheduled to get Damon clear on Sept. 6. Braces at 43...never would've guessed it. I'm not concerned about th...
by Eve43
Wed Aug 24, 2011 11:11 am
Forum: Metal Mouth Forum
Topic: Bruxism and orthodontics
Replies: 1
Views: 750

Bruxism and orthodontics

I grind my teeth so hard at night that it wakes me up. Which is the better choice between the two...Invisalign or Damon?
by Eve43
Wed Aug 24, 2011 7:32 am
Forum: The Bracket Club
Topic: braces for gum health issue
Replies: 6
Views: 1799

braces for gum health issue

This is the second time in a year that my dentist referred me to an orthodontist for braces. He is concerned that my gums do not fit tightly enough against my teeth and periodontal disease and bone loss may become a problem in the future. I do have some gum recession. My orthodontist said one year t...
by Eve43
Mon Aug 22, 2011 5:41 am
Forum: The Bracket Club
Topic: Braces at 41
Replies: 20
Views: 5815

Re: Braces at 41

I'm 43 and cancelled my appointment twice now to get my brackets...Damon clear on top...metal Damon on bottom. Considering doing it this week. Was advised by my dentist because I have major crowding on the bottom and my gums don't fit 'properly' to my teeth.