Metal Mouth Message Board

Hi,

My name is Scott and I'm a 24 year old male from Calgary, AB, Canada. I finally got my braces on Friday, September 17th and I'm keeping a detailed log of everything on my web site at http://members.shaw.ca/scott/braces/.

My treatment in a nut shell is 18 months, metal upper and lower braces with "speed bumps" (still don't know what the proper names for these are, and I don't know how long I'll have them, but they are hell). I had 3 extractions (both upper first premolars and my only remaining lower central incisor.

I'm very thankful for this site and that's why I'm keeping the detailed log. It took me a long time to get up the nerve to get braces and I couldn't have done it without having all these people to relate to on here!

- Scott

Cool site Scott. I read that they gave you ativan when you had your teeth extracted. Why do I not get good drugs when I go to the dentist? I'm sure it would motivate me to go more frequently Good luck with the braces!

~Naomi

Well done Scott for taking the plunge, it will be well worth it. A nice website to keep us updated aswell. We've all got something in common on this forum, so you know you are amongst friends.

Hi Scott. Nice site!

I'm struggling with the not-chewing thing right now, too. My stick blender is going to wear itself out any day now.

I like your site, Scott. I can't speak for those speedbumps but I know what you're talkin' about with the chewing thing. I've worked my way up to partially chewing/swallowing whole foods when necessary, like at work and my only choice is a salad, but I still prefer liquid stuff. Look forward to see your progress!!

Hi Scott - nice to see a fellow Albertan on the board! I'm in Edmonton, but don't worry - I really hate the Esks!!!

Laura

Hey Laura,

I'm actually from Sherwood Park, I moved here 4 years ago. Love the Oilers! Nice to see someone from back home.

Ha! Should've guessed that an Esks cut would hit an ex-Edmonton area person!

Yeah, the Oilers are awesome. The only reason I despise the Esks is because I'm originally from Saskatchewan and therefore I'm a die hard Rider fan. Die hard Rider fans don't get treated very nicely by Esk fans - GRRRRR!

Take care & good luck with your treatment!