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Unfortunately I don't have the time to order the travelling kit so I'm Frankensteining one instead. Thank you all for the advise, once I put together my "flight or plight" kit (lol) i'll update. Can't find the one time use toothbrush but did find a fold in "after surgery" brush t...

LOL I hope I don't have to do that one...but thanks for the info....I'll look for the wisp toothbrushes.

My orthodontist advised me against electronic toothbrush at least for now. I have noticed these flossers that looked interesting but unsure about them. Thanks for the advise though....I'd defiantly look into it.

Thanks so much Kipepeo....did not think about the mirror. Very helpful indeed :)

Lucky you with the spacers! These were a pain to deal with but gladly they are out. Happy to hear you've had no issues with yours. Good luck to you!

Hi all, I need some advice on this. I had my braces put in four days ago and just found out that I'll have to travel on Friday. I'm not in any pain, however I'm still getting used to eating. I attempted a sandwich yesterday but could really only have one third of it (not painful, just take some gett...

I'll have some pictures taken and upload them. I've taken some without, just to get some with. I think the pain really depend on your tolerance. But I've really not had any pain at all since putting them in. Even took some bite from a sandwich today...slight pressure but nothing to complain about. G...

Hi users. Day three in braces and I have to admit it is no way close to being as bad as I thought it would! I had spacers in for a little over a week and I can in all honesty say that those things where spawn from hell itself! They were uncomfortable, irritating, painful (but not so bad that you can...

Firstly I must give kudos to archwire for all the invaluable information and discussions. It have really been so helpful to me and my family in understand the process I'm about to embark, so a sincere thank you. As a child, my parents never really identified the need for dental visits and as such, I...