Okay the braces are off

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#1 Post by **hawaiian poi dog** » Sat May 17, 2008 3:38 pm

16 months and I'm pretty much done, but I still have to wear an upper hawley for 2 months non-stop before I can switch to nights only. I opted for a bonded lower. Wow it feels so different without braces and I have to say the retainer kind of dampens the excitement because it is so bulky and odd-feeling in my mouth, but I'm counting on getting used to it or it's gonna be a long two months.

#2 Post by **jennielee81** » Sun May 18, 2008 4:40 pm

And don't worry - you shoule get used to that retainer quite quickly.

True! I can't sleep without mine...sort of like a security blankie I think...

#3 Post by **mmh** » Sat May 24, 2008 8:08 am

similarly, I am wearing an essix 24/7 for three months, then night time only, lower bonded. Hmmm, hope it retains! What are the 'ortho' guidelines???? 12 months full time retainer wear?