Pregnant with braces

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DevG
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Pregnant with braces

#1 Post by DevG »

Just curious to know if there are any other expectant mamas on here.

I have had my braces for about 18 months. I am supposed to have them for 2 years so I don't have too long to go but I am 7 months pregnant now and it's definitly been a challenge for me do deal with that and braces! Anyone else?
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Lanna
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Re: Pregnant with braces

#2 Post by Lanna »

I am not pregnant right now, but I had my son almost 6 months ago. It was definitely a challenge! I was hungry ALL the time, I couldn't rinse with flouride and then I had to wear elastics. Which I ended up not really wearing during my pregnancy :lol: But, from what I've read, your teeth move easier when your pregnant! Woohoo! Congratulations on your pregnancy!
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balniusc
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Re: Pregnant with braces

#3 Post by balniusc »

Me! I'm pregnant as well :0) I got my braces on in March 2010 with an expected treatment time of 12 - 18 months. I'm really hoping to get them off before the baby arrives as I know I will not have the energy (or time) for all the cleaning and upkeep. I've already started slacking.
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Re: Pregnant with braces

#4 Post by seriousthinker »

No but just wanted to wish you luck! By the time the baby arrives you'll definitely be a pro with the braces and as used to them as general brushing. I have a toddler and a pre-schooler and there's a lot of juggling going on but I try to make sure I brush when they do (plus any extras I need) and if I can't do it right after food I make sure I have a good rinse with warmish water.

Brush in the shower if you can, I remember the early days well but things will fqll into place, I promise!

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DevG
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Re: Pregnant with braces

#5 Post by DevG »

Thanks Everyone!

My ortho said I MIGHT be able to get them off before the baby is born which would be 3 months earlier than I was supposed to get the off. I am not really in a rush anymore, at first it was a challenge with morning sickness lol but it's better now. My ortho just thinks I won't be able to make time for my appointments when I have the baby so he wants to take them off lol.
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Ionika
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Re: Pregnant with braces

#6 Post by Ionika »

hi there
i'm thinking of getting pregnant this summer...what should i know about braces during pregnancy?
i have an expected time of treatment of 2 years...ill be half way by then...i'm well adjusted allready to brushing and stuff...
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