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#1 Post by **brace face grace** » Fri Oct 01, 2004 4:40 pm

I'm getting braces in about a month. I'm a VERY nervous dental patient which is why I hadn't got round to getting them in the past (I'm 20 now)

My orthodontic experience started when I was just starting university and went to a new dentist. I told him I was unhappy about my crooked bottom teeth and after getting in touch with an orthodontist I was told I needed full braces to correct an overbite (which I have never noticed I had til I saw the photos - wow!) and elastics.

I'm really nervous about it all but I hope it will be worth it. I was just wondering how long everyone else has spent in braces, I was told I will be in them for at least 2 years, is this about normal?

#2 Post by **Rocco** » Fri Oct 01, 2004 11:34 pm

Grace,
Congrats on making this decision. You wont regret it. It seems were in the same boat; I'm 21, in college and just had braces put on a couple of weeks ago. My treatment time is also 2 years...actually 11 months 1

week.

P.S. Dont forget to

and floss

-Lee

#3 Post by **Dodger(UK)** » Sat Oct 02, 2004 4:02 am

Yes Excellent Dental Hygiene is an absolute must when you have braces.

Welcome to the forum, Grace. 2 years to 2.5 years is about average for ortho treatment.

#4 Post by **brace face grace** » Sat Oct 02, 2004 7:29 am

Hi Lee,

It's nice to hear someone who is in a similar situation as me! How is everything going with the braces and what was everyones reaction to you getting them? I know I'm going to be so self concious about it all when I get them...

#5 Post by **Dee** » Sun Oct 03, 2004 9:10 am

I know just where you are coming from Grace, I too am very anxious about the reaction of my co-workers and clients. My freinds will be supportive and postitive, but the impact on my professional interactions is what worries me most.

When do you get your braces put on?

#6 Post by **Rocco** » Sun Oct 03, 2004 1:10 pm

Grace,

I was also worried about reactions of friends and fellow students. But in my experience, I'm happy to say that it was not a big deal to others. And in fact no one noticed, or at least they thought it not worth discussing. When I pointed it out to friends, they were understanding and supportive. And so far this year at college is turning out a whole lot better then last year...I attribute that to my braces. I've been happier since I got them and more open with others.

But 'brace' yourself for a couple of jokes

P.s. Are you having clear ceramics or metal? I have ceramic, and of course, recommend them

-Lee

#7 Post by **brace face grace** » Mon Oct 04, 2004 8:18 am

Hi guys,

Thanks for your comments. It's nice to hear eveyone was so supportive towards you, Lee. I get my braces on 2nd november, I've already had 2 teeth pulled to make space on my bottom row, the thought of which scared me almost as much as getting the actual braces! I'm getting metal on both.

Dee, when do you get yours? Are you getting metal or ceramic?

#8 Post by **Dee** » Wed Oct 06, 2004 5:31 am

Hey Grace,

I had to have some dental work done before I can get braces - one of my molars had moved and the ensuing bite problems had caused the tooth to crack. This (and the fact that other teeth are moving) combined with a really bad overbite/jet and a deep bite are my reasons for seeking orthodontic treatment.

Anyway I have now had the required work done at the dentist and I go to see the orthodontist on the 18th of October for impressions/x-rays. I am not sure of the exact date I will get my braces on yet though.

How are things going for you?

Wed Oct 27, 2004 11:25 am

Hi,

Just thought I'd keep you all updated. I got my spacers in a couple of days ago, man are these things annoying?! I get my braces on the 2nd November, I'm very nervous about it all but I know (and hope!) it will all be for the best.

Will keep you posted,

Grace