Metal Mouth Message Board

I got my braces off today! They did impressions today for the Essix retainers and I got them before I left! I requested Hawley retainers instead of Essix....the dental assist asked me why so I explained some concerns I read on this site so they gave me top and bottom Hawley's at no addtional charge ...

I have Damon 3's with a powerchain and it has closed two gaps (created by my braces) beautifully! I was actually excited when they asked me if I wanted clear or a color powerchain! Since no bands are required with the Damon 3's I was happy to get a little color in my mouth....last time I got purple ...

My ortho's office has 7 chairs in a circle all facing huge windows. Each station has a computer and they always have the best music playing... I love it! I can honestly say in all my visits that I can't recall any other patient information that I have heard. The assistants are usually talking about ...

I am 34 and I am getting braces on Nov 17th also! Maybe we can learn some helpful hints together.

Good Luck!