Metal Mouth Message Board

Hi Cherries, Sorry you're panicking - it's not a nice feeling I know! But try to relax. I'm not sure I understand what you mean with your teeth being crooked vs. overlapping, but if it's really upsetting you try to call into your ortho. If they know how upset you are I'm sure they'll find five minut...

My ortho offered clear or silver ligs. I've tried both but think I'll stick with the clear ones as they didn't stain too badly. Do you have a clear wire too? My ortho will only use the metal one as she says clear one not strong enough...but it makes them very noticeable. A friend got all ceramic &am...

Hi CranberryJuice, I was told I might need to get a block(?) built up behind my top arch to stop me damaging my teeth as the braces move my bite. It sounds uncomfortable! I'll let you know if I get any more info at my next appointment - I'll make sure to ask if there's any way to reduce it's annoyan...