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I will be turning 40 this year and have always...
mippolitoJanuary 14, 2014
$4,980
I will be turning 40 this year and have always wanted to have my smile corrected. I always hated close up pictures because of my teeth. My insurance changed this year and now it will cover adult braces so I jumped at the chance. I am happy that I took the time to do this for myself. The first few days my teeth were a little tender when I would eat. Other than that I haven't had any pain. For me the biggest "problem" is learning how to eat. My expected treatment time is 2 years. As the time got closer to have them put on I was getting nervous. It is typically teenagers that get braces so to be 40 and getting them was a little scary. The brackets are clear and you can hardly notice the braces unless you are close up. I will try to make updates and show pictures of my process.
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March 27, 2014
Thank you for the new picture!!! They are so clear, even on the bottom! I'm so used to seeing regular silver brackets on the bottom!
March 27, 2014
Most people don't even notice them at first. It has almost been 3 months since I've had them . I go in for another adjustment in 3 more weeks. Can't wait.
March 27, 2014
I look forward to the update! Our Damon community is so small--you may want to look in our regular braces forum for support. We have a number of people who are active in the braces community.
April 7, 2014
I am 45, I had braces at 19, I had congenitally missing molars both sides lower teeth. The orthodontist back then opened the spaces to make room for bridges. Well I grind terribly and I can't seem to keep a splint in my mouth at night to stop it. Well one of the bridges popped off and wasn't notice until tooth decay occured. So one side I have 2 spaces. I do have some bone atrophy and I am aware that moving a tooth into this space is risky. However I am on Growth Hormone injections that will help with quick bone growth( I have researched). I want to move the remaining molars forward and I need help on which braces are gentle and will minimize the damage to my roots. I also have very short teeth and was wondering if they can be pulled down a little to brighten my smile. I must do something about the grinding and I feel that I'm grinding because I have a poor bite. I bite on my left side and continually bite my inner lip when chewing.. very painful and sudden... :(
Connie
May 13, 2014
Hi! How are things going? You've had at least one adjustment since your last update, I think? How did it go? I want to see your progress! :D
May 13, 2014
Everything is going good. I had an adjustment in April and go in for another one next week. I can't believe it has only been 4 months. I had my first regular cleaning last month. That went well. No cavities. :) After my next appointment I will try to post some pictures.
May 13, 2014
Yes, please, and thank you :D!
You can't believe it's only been four months because you results are so good? Or because time is creeping so slowly? LOL!
You can't believe it's only been four months because you results are so good? Or because time is creeping so slowly? LOL!
UPDATED FROM mippolito
6 Months
mippolitoJuly 23, 2014
I was given bands at my last appoint. I was told to wear them all the time except when eating and brushing. The first few days were a little uncomfortable but nothing real bad. By the 4th day it didn't bother me any more. I have to change them out 3 times a day. I usually change them after each meal since I have to take them off anyway.
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July 23, 2014
So what are the bands addressing? And also, WOW, the difference is already stunning from your first pic!
July 23, 2014
The bands are to correct my overbite. I'm not sure how long I will have to have them. I know it is amazing how much they have changed in 6 months. I'm supposed to have them for another 18 months but I'm hoping it will be shorter. :) I see him in two more months I will have to ask him then.
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