Metal Mouth Message Board

Interesting topic! I was recently braced (1/31) and had my SARPE on Feb.1. I have a very narrow top arch, almost v-shaped, that has my top teeth very, very crowded. I don't have a wide smile, but all the orthos I had consulted before my surgery said the same thing. That I would end up with a wider-l...

Hello! Welcome from another member of the 40's club......(42 yrs)! This board is awesome! I lurked for about 6 mos. myself before I started posting and the knowledge I gained on this website was invaluable. Wonderful people here and I have the highest respect for those who have been braced for a whi...

Hello, I am finally getting braced today (Jan. 31) and my SARPE surgery is the next day (Feb. 1). I just wanted to thank you all here for the wealth of information you have so freely provided. :-) This journey is not so scary now and I just wanted you to know how much this website has helped me...an...

I will be 44 1/2. I get braces next Wednesday...

I will be 45 in August of 2009, so if all goes well, I'll still be 44!

Toni

I use the Sunshades lip balm from Melaleuca in the vanilla bean or berry flavor. Great stuff! I don't get braced until January 31, but I've used this balm for years and plan on using it during my time in braces.

Toni

I know how you feel, too. I have totally changed my mindset, though, when I discovered this website last month. I am still just a lurker and nobody knows me, but everyone here has helped me more than they will ever know! BTW..KK.......thanks for posting the checklist for b-day. I posted your list on...

Hello all, Happy New Year! I have been reading and gathering information for a few weeks now on this board and now finally have a chance to post with the holidays behind me. It's been so comforting discovering a world full of people who understand all the complicated feelings in choosing to get brac...