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Hello all! I'm new here, have been lurking for some time and really enjoy how helpful and informative everyone is.
I'm scheduled to get braces next week....I just had two bicuspids extracted, which turned out to be a breeze (phew!), and really want to get started with braces as soon as possible (since I'm over 30 and have been waiting forever as it is
I still haven't had an actual check-up to see whether I need any fillings. Is this absolutely necessary before getting the braces placed, or can I just do it afterwards? I fear this will take a couple more months (especially if they find a cavity or two) because my dental center is a really busy one, and delay my treatment even further.
Did anyone else out there get braces without ruling out cavities first?
Usually you are supposed to be getting braces after a cleaning, check for cavities and all other stuff...my orthodontist asked me right away if i had any fillings to get...
The easiest way to find out is to ask your ortho
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Ceramic top braces: January 9th, 2006
Metal bottom braces: May 1st, 2006
I actually had to have a cleaning and check-up before my ortho would even see me for consultation! Definitely as your ortho...he may want you to because you want your teeth to be clean before they cement the brackets.
four bicuspids removed 1/3/06
clear uppers and metal lowers placed 1/5/06
timeframe for braces: 24-30 months
My ortho said my teeth looked fine (no evidence of plaque) and he didn't seem to think the cleaning was urgent. The front desk receptionist scheduled the appointment to have the brackets placed and I'm not sure she was aware everything hadn't been checked out yet....
Hmmm....I guess I'm going to have to make a phone call on Tuesday and probably delay getting those brackets on ::sniffle!:: And I was so hoping to get this process started already
My ortho didn't ask me to get a cleaning or dental checkup before getting my braces on. A lot do but a lot don't so just go with what your ortho suggests.
Paramedic student
Full Braces (all metal) 5/12/1999 - 4/20/2005
Class II (overjet) on the left only
Upper and Lower Hawleys
