Adjustments & elastics- what can I expect?

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#1 Post by **momoftwins** » Tue Dec 18, 2007 12:37 pm

Hi, I have had my Ibraces on for over one month now and do not have my first adjustment scheduled until the end of January. At that time, they are also going to put an elastic in to start pulling forward a tooth. What can I expect timewise and pain-wise? I am finally used to the braces. I have noticed that one of my front teeth is not straight anymore. I wasn't happy about this but I assume when all is said and done, all my teeth will be nice and straight. I have heard that you can usually notice a big difference by the 6th month. Is this true in most instances? -Mary

#2 Post by **lionfish** » Tue Dec 18, 2007 6:30 pm

Elastics may hurt for a little while, but you will get used to the pressure very quickly. Keep some painkillers handy in case. As to what your ortho will do at your first adjustment - that can vary from very little to a lot.

Things can get worse before they get better. I remember that at 6 months, only two of my teeth actually made contact. It will be different for everyone, though.

#3 Post by **ibraceface** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 9:20 am

Mary--

Keep us posted! Im getting elastics with my ibraces soon too and am quite curious myself!

-Kate

#4 Post by **BlahBlah** » Wed Dec 19, 2007 7:15 pm

When i got elastics i didnt notice the difference lol

Website · #5 Post by **sonja** » Thu Feb 14, 2008 11:09 pm

hi, i dont know about the 6th month part, i hope by then there is a major difference. i dont have mine on yet i sill have about 5 weeks to do. have some extractions first.... yuck!!!