Metal Mouth Message Board

Thanks, braces came off so easily, the ortho flicked his wrist and it came off effortlessly. however the polishing of the teeth hurt quite a bit, but probably because of my sensitive teeth. I got impressions done and I am getting my retainers next week. But as of now, I am metal-free and loving it!

Wow, time really flies fast. Last time I posted here was the summer of 06 when I first got my braces on. Well I'm happy to say that my treatment went very well, I forgot I had braces after the first few months. Well the doctor said I will be getting my braces off this Thursday. I am apprehensive to ...

thanks again! from what i've read, i am glad they seperated the time i get the top and bottom braces so i NEVER have to have buildups. they sound so bad...

congrats! my teeth are still sore as ever though.

thanks alot!

i think the smallest is the Daemon 3. good luck!

I have also heard that putting a bit of vicks vapo rub under your nose helps. I don't quite know why. Maybe the smell tricks you ear /nose/ throat part of the brain???!!! I haven't a clue! But apparently it works for many. I used some of that yesterday when i got them on and also realized that my g...

hi, i ended up not taking it and got my braces on okay. thanks for the help!

just bear with the pain. spacers are usually the most painful part of getting braces.

I know they are a pasty type of glue they put on top of your banded molars but what do they do and what do they feel like. Any Pictures and/or info is appreciated.

thanks kiwi. but before i call, does anyone have any idea what it is for?

Any suggestions for people with a gag reflexes getting braces?

Hi, I am getting braces in a couple of days and just had an appointment today. At the end, I was given 'Probanthine' and was told to take it an hour before my next appointment where I get braces. However, I wasn't told why. Any ideas? Thanks.