Metal Mouth Message Board

I have read of this happening, but I've also read of extractions not having undesirable effects to the facial structure. There's an abundance of literature on the internet about this topic, but obviously nothing should replace asking your ortho for some upfront and frank answers to your concerns. I ...

One further question I have (just out of sheer curiosity!) But some years back, I went for a consultation for InVu braces (I think that was the name of the brace system, anyway!) The ortho at the time suggested he'd have to pull out four teeth! Immediately, this made me run away and bury the idea of...

Actually, I think metal would be pretty noticeable on myself. When I talk, it's my bottom teeth that show most of all and not my top teeth (darn!!) Both orthos seemed well experienced; however, it was the one that offered clear on both, that suggested he'd use some sort of blockers so my teeth would...

Thanks for that, it was most useful.

I will probe the ortho a little more about the concerns I've just read.

I've been quoted £3,800 and £4,000 from two different orthos.

Yikes, this better be worth it!

Hi, Good luck with your Damon journey! Can I ask whether or not you were given the option of having clear on your lower arch? I only ask as I too am about to embark on finally sorting out my grill, and I've visited two different orthos; one who has given the OK to have clear on both arches while the...

Sounds like an awful idea! Please don't do it!

Hi all, I've had a consultation with 2 different Orthos, both of which provide the Damon Clear braces. The first Ortho I went to said it would be fine to have clear on both the top and bottom arches; however, the second Ortho said he uses only clear on the top, as the ceramic can wear down the teeth...