Metal Mouth Message Board

I had my surgery today and it went well. Got there about an hour earlier. When they called me in, they put an IV in my arm. I felt good. Next thing I know I wake up and say hello lol. It was done so fast! My surgery was suppose to take 30 minutes but ended taking an hour due to my canine being fused...

Hey!! I'm officially part of the impacted canine club. I've had my braces in for almost 4 weeks now. My surgery to bring down the canine is on March 2nd!

So close !!! How are you feeling ??

Did you have your last meal

So here is my diagnosis!

Posterior crossbite on the left
Anterior open bite
Diastema between teeth 8 and 9
Impacted canine tooth
Jaw is lower


Treatment is looking between 24-36 months.

I will provide pics in next post

Hi I'm new! I'm 25 and will be getting braces for the first time. I am a full time professional. I've always wanted braces, and now I am able to afford them. I got my moldings, and xray done. Treatment planning appointment is tomorrow! I'm very excited, anxious, embarrassed, all in one. I will come ...