Metal Mouth Message Board

I had four 2nd premolars extracted before I got braces and sadly I look the same as I did before.

The pain during my first adjustment was like nothing I've ever experienced before. It genuinely felt like they were ripping my teeth out and my legs were involuntarily kicking out like mad. Not had any pain at any subsequent adjustment, though. I take a couple of painkillers about an hour before I g...

Thanks for the responses. I'd like to say it's made me feel better...

I guess I'll have a word next time I'm in there haha!

I thought it was weird, yeah. I know my orthodontist isn't always there as he is the head ortho at a bunch of different practices, but to never see him is quite unsettling... Thanks for the advice! EDIT: I feel that I should quickly add that I think they're doing a wonderful job, and I've been reall...

I've had braces for about 9 months now, and I haven't been seen by my actual orthodontist since I got them on. It's always been other people (one of whom is listed as a "clinical assistant" on the website) that change the wires etc. Is that normal? Will the ortho be advising them in some c...

Wow, you're moving along great!

I keep getting them just inside my lip and when the bracket catches it is the worst pain I've ever felt. Bonjela is truly my favourite thing in the world.

I got them when I was 18...should've got them when I was 12. I don't really mind!

I'm sure it wouldn't have any real impact! I spent a good 45 minutes sucking bits of bread out my mouth after having a Subway for lunch. I have no regrets.

Bit of a late reply... I'm getting on great with them, thanks. Only trouble is that I missed a couple appointments and felt like I was going backwards, glad to be making progress again!

Hello! I actually just got them today. They're normal metal ones and I'll have them for 2 years, apparently. It's really weird having them, can't see myself getting used to them any time soon. The 4 extractions I had to get were pretty grim too!

Hello! I'm getting braces in a week or so... Feeling pretty nervous but I'm sure it'll be worth it!

Just wanted to say hi