Metal Mouth Message Board

Congrats on your new braces -- congrats, because one day you'll get them OFF! :D I do recall that I thought my facial structure looked different after my braces were put on. I only had one friend comment that she noticed something different, too. As to how soon you get used to how it feels, well, I ...

No question -- spacers. I never had an adjustment or new power chains that caused much pain -- usually just some mild discomfort. Not so with the spacers.

I'm out of braces now and using a positioner. Positioner = painful. BUT, you can take it out!! Not so with the spacers.

Sorry to hear that your positioner work is going so slowly. I sure hope that it works, though. I just got out of braces; was in Essix retainers for three weeks and am now (since Saturday, 7/15) wearing a positioner. I HATE the positioner. I only have to wear it at night and for two to four hours/day...

Thanks for the idea, smilez! I found some earrings that look like dental floss that I'm going to give the techs. Then I decided that I'm going to decorate a tooth-shaped cake and give it to them.

So, June 20th is the day. After 3 1/2 years, the braces are coming off. I'll be using a positioner for a month before getting my retainers. If she had her way, my orthodontist would have me keep the braces until August, but I have reached the end of my tolerance for the braces. I hope I'm not making...

Hi! I'm Marilyn and though I've visited archwired.com before, I've never been on this messageboard! I'm nearly 40 and have been wearing braces for just about 3 1/2 years. In fact, I'm thrilled to report that I'll betting mine off in about two weeks. I look forward to getting to know folks as I end m...