Dan's Braces Take #2

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kellyb
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Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

#16 Post by kellyb »

wow!
looking great
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methoddan
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#17 Post by methoddan »

Thank you!
Braces on August 9, 2011
Braces off November 30, 2012

My braces story take #2
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ArchWired28
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#18 Post by ArchWired28 »

Wow, that is a great progress! Looking good, congrats!
Had full mouth metal braces for 21 months. Debonded April 2013. Now wearing clear plastic retainers every other night.

I have no formal dental or orthodontic education. Hence, all opinions expressed by me on this forum are those of an "informed consumer" and by no means intended as an expert advice.
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methoddan
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#19 Post by methoddan »

Exciting news. I got my braces off today. My teeth feel so smooth. I opted to get both upper and lower permanent retainers. I will try to post a picture of my finished smile soon.
Braces on August 9, 2011
Braces off November 30, 2012

My braces story take #2
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TMJJill
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#20 Post by TMJJill »

Congratulations! What a wonderful holiday treat. From reviewing your other pictures, I can tell you have had some tremendous success with your braces. I'm looking forward to seeing your final pictures.
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Braces as Phase II treatment for TMJD.
Lower mandibular repositioning splint 26 months.
Lower braces on 10.75 months into Phase II treatment.
Duration in braces: 2 years, 2 weeks, 5 days
Removal of Braces: September 18, 2013
TMJD treatment now complete!
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methoddan
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#21 Post by methoddan »

Thank you! Speaking of a holiday treats, my ortho and his staff are awesome. As a completion celebration, they gave me a caramel apple, various candy, and IZZE Sparkling Juice. It was like a surprise birthday party just for me. Caraway Orthodontics are the best. http://www.carawayortho.com/index.html


Here were my teeth when I got braced back in July 2011.
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Here I am today Nov 30, 2012. I am so happy with the results.
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Braces on August 9, 2011
Braces off November 30, 2012

My braces story take #2
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methoddan
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#22 Post by methoddan »

I was asked to share a smiling pic, so here you go.

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Braces on August 9, 2011
Braces off November 30, 2012

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EbonyQ
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#23 Post by EbonyQ »

Wow they look great! :thumbsup: How did it feel to get them off, strange?

How is your life withouth braces? ? :D
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methoddan
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#24 Post by methoddan »

Thank you! Getting them off was actually quick and painless. The metal bottom brackets were easier than the top as they snapped right off. The upper ceramic brackets can crack/crumble when they come off, so it sounded weird. The worst part was the smell of removing the glue as it smelled like it was burning. The longest part was putting on the permanent retainers. It took a little while to get used to the permanent retainers, but now they feel fine and I hardly notice them. The funniest part was brushing my teeth for the first time, since my teeth were so slippery. Controlling the speed of brushing took a second to get used to again. lol Eating is so much easier again. Although I keep subconsciously checking my teeth with my tongue for food particles. HAHA Life is great and I get so many compliments. The whole procces flew by, so good luck to everyone's journey!
Braces on August 9, 2011
Braces off November 30, 2012

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Tobilei
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#25 Post by Tobilei »

Aww congratulations. They look amazing!! I've just started and I can't wait to eat again without worrying what's stuck in there!!
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NICURN85
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#26 Post by NICURN85 »

Your teeth look AMAZING!!! Congrats on getting them off. Must be a nice holiday gift!!
~KIMMIE

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