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My teeth are pretty much straight but I got braces to close my gap. First 2 months I felt absolutely nothing which concerned me b/c people kept telling me "if you feel pain then you know your teeth are moving". NOT TRUE. When I went in for my 1st adjustment, my orthodontist showed me the b...

So 6 weeks in Damon braces and still no pain or discomfort. I've taken pics since day 1 and I can't see any change. I'm getting a little discouraged

1. Mckinney, TX
2. 4800
3. Damon Braces All metal
4. 15-18 months

1st go around I was 20. Now, back in braces at 42.

My estimated time is 15-18 months.

Waterpik is a life saver!!

Being 3 weeks into having braces, I only used wax for the first couple of days.

Love it!

I'm having the same issue and I started using ACT "dry mouth" lozenges. It has helped.

With insurance your Ortho maximum in generally a calendar year max.

I had my braces put on 1 week ago today and still haven't felt any pain. I'm able to eat with no issues; however, I think my bite has changed slightly because my front teeth are hiring my lower brackets. Is this normal to have no pain??

Did you have any pain with your Damon braces?