Metal Mouth Message Board

Hi Lisa65 I have a similar thing with my top right one as it sticks out off the tooth a bit and I catch my tongue on it. its not too bad but none of the other teetch feel like it. Please let me know how it goes. Im only 2 weeks in and havent got an appointment for 3 weeks now so it would be good to ...

Hi, nice to see you on here, im new here too as only has my braces on for two weeks. one tip I would give would be find out as much as you can about the process before you go - then when they start fixing the brace you know exactly what they are doing. I found a website on a random search i did whic...

Hi Ive had the same experience, a couple of people have said "oh you got them then" but others have said nothing, I think the main reason could be that its just not such a big deal to anyone else. I think back to when I didnt have the braces (not long since I only got them 2 weeks ago :o) ...

Just wanted to say well done you! Have had mine for 5 weeks now, and you'll be amazed at how supportive people can be! Apart from that gimp at your office! :lol: It's good to see so many people from the UK on here - how come I never see any adults with braces out and about huh??!! Having said that,...

Great that your b-day went well Waddles ! :thumbsup: Remember that wax and warm salt water rinses are great to help your mouth feel better and prevent mouth sores. The salt water will soothe, heal and toughen! :jump: Your attitude is sounding really positive and that's a great way to begin this jou...

Hi Everyone, Thanks for all of your kind words. I thought I would do one big reply to all of you rather than lots of little ones.. Well as you know I had my braces fitted last night after a whole day of nerves. I had tooth coloured/clear ceramic braces with white wire and clear bands. Bridget: Dont ...

Well its just gone 12am and I cant sleep. had a week of spacers and getting my upper and lower ceramic braces fitted tomorrow...v.nervous! I think its mainly the age thing. Im 30 now and feel a bit embarrased about what people will say I suppose, but in a way im looking forward to finally getting it...