Study Abroad for 4 months... with Braces?!?!

[amoroso]

So I am a graduate student studying architecture. There is a study abroad option to Buenos Aires, Argentina. I really want to go... but one problem... I have braces... and study abroad is a semester long (4 months). I would really hate to miss this wonderful opportunity because of braces. I am not sure if my doc will have them out before then. Anyone else ever been in a similar situation. I've been pretty good with my braces... just a few broken brackets but that was at the very begining..

[switchblades]

Talk to your orhtodontist. I know people who have gone away for a long period of time and not had adjustments, it delayed their treatment for a month or so but it was okay overall. Just make sure you talk to your ortho first I can't see you having to miss the opportunity just because of being braced.

[pearls]

I'm in a similar situation. I'm deferring University next year, and travelling to the USA for about 4-5 months. I told my ortho this a couple of months ago, and asked him if it's a big deal if i miss 3 or 4 appointments. My ortho said that it's not desirable, but by all means do it. He said anything over 5 months could be an issue. But at the time I asked my ortho about my trip (in June 09), he said my progress is going well that I might be lucky enough to get them off before then! So I'm praying I do.

[spartanforever]

amoroso - on a different not I just got back from Buenos Aires last friday. It's a fantastic city and I simply fell in love with it..I'd do anything to spend 4 months there..I think BA is one of the world's best kept secret..!!

[amoroso]

Awesome! thanks guys. I will talk to my ortho this Friday and see what he says! thanks again.

[switchblades]

You're welcome, and good luck!

[verso]

Oh man, oh man! Studying abroad was one of the greatest experiences of my life, and it's something that I would recommend to anyone and everyone. I'd do whatever you have to do to make it work out. Your treatment is important, and probably comes first, truth be told, but I wouldn't want to miss this opportunity if I were you. See what you can do and be sure to let us know what happens!

[liza22]

Even if you’re nervous before going abroad, please do go. You will not regret it. I’m lucky that my study abroad experience went so well. I have completed my high school summer travel programs from Abbey Road Program. I know I’m going to miss that place, and the lovely people I’ve met here. This experience has given me so much to take home that I can’t even begin to describe it. I highly recommend studying abroad even if you’re scared.