JoshyWashy
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I always assumed that the shop and the forum were interconnected.
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I have now had the appliance for two weeks and worn it almost full time to give my speech chance to adapt. My speech is still a bit lispy, especially if I have too much saliva in my mouth, but is much improved.
Whilst my initial interest in the appliance was to experience the feel of an expander in the roof of my mouth, my modified appliance is dominated by the bite plate which is quite a challenge.
I remain pleased by the quality and fit of the appliance.. I posted a five star review, but it seems to have disappeared-perhaps because I was critical of the slow delivery of the finished appliance.
Whilst my initial interest in the appliance was to experience the feel of an expander in the roof of my mouth, my modified appliance is dominated by the bite plate which is quite a challenge.
I remain pleased by the quality and fit of the appliance.. I posted a five star review, but it seems to have disappeared-perhaps because I was critical of the slow delivery of the finished appliance.
TrainTracks
Newbie
Best compliment, yuh I love these. Basic, kinda the classic set up. The lacing won't discolor or rip like power chains or single ties. I kind of just like consider these permanent retainers.
My Ortho is super cool about it, I told him I'm in it for the aesthetic, I like having a fidget toy on my teeth, and I really don't want to waste my time losing retainers
DreamimgOfBraces
Newbie
They look fab, your teeth look perfect too. I love the all silver look, I get my braces in 4 weeks and am going for silver/grey ligatures.
TrainTracks
Newbie
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Monkey D luffy
Newbie
Understood, I was getting braces so I thought this would be a good place to ask. I’m not sure if imaged would help, but I think posting would’ve been better
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JoshyWashy
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Seeing another dentist or orthodontist for a professional second opinion might be sensible. If you do want to ask online as well, Reddit is probably a better place, since this forum is really just focused on braces. I wish there were a bit more flexibility for other discussions, but it is what it is.
Other than that, I'm not sure what else to suggest. I've never had dental implants, and I don't have any experience dealing with health insurance either, hope that helps, good luck.
Other than that, I'm not sure what else to suggest. I've never had dental implants, and I don't have any experience dealing with health insurance either, hope that helps, good luck.
Monkey D luffy
Newbie
An orthodontist told me I need treatment for several issues. I’m missing a tooth (#12 or #13) and will likely need dental implants. My dental midline is shifted and my teeth need to be moved to one side to correct my bite. My teeth are also flared, so that will need to be fixed. I may need three tooth extractions. They also said I have tongue thrust or improper tongue posture because my tongue constantly pushes against my teeth. I was told I may have bimaxillary protrusion (or something similar). I cited medical issues that I deal with on a basis. They quoted me about $6,800, and my Meridian Medicaid insurance doesn’t cover it. I’m trying to determine whether a dental implant treatment is medically necessary, as that seems to be really expensive. Do implants usually go good? There seems to be this stigma around them online. I’m also going to look for second opinions.
DreamimgOfBraces
Newbie
I would love to see a pic
Retainer101
Gold Member
Thank you. And yes
bluelagoon
Newbie
Good luck! Is this for active orthodontic treatment?I get mine today so I will find out
Retainer101
Gold Member
I get mine today so I will find out
Thelog
Platinum Member
This really isn't the right platform for views like these
DreamimgOfBraces
Newbie
Full treatment plan sorted, 17th August to get them fitted
TrainTracks
Newbie
Ortho let me keep them on indefinitely unless there is a problem or I'm not brushing well and we laced them instead of ties or chains so they can just be my permanent retainers, without staining
DreamimgOfBraces
Newbie
After years of hating my teeth and being uncomfortable, I have signed on the bottom line. August 17th, fixed braces for 2 years. Im 43 with hypermobility. What kind of things can speed treatment up or slow it down? Anything I should know?
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Das ging mir übrigens genauso. Zunächst war es für mich der Horror: Zwei Dehnplatten im Mund für 20 Stunden täglich tragen und somit auch in der Schule. Zwangsläufig musste ich sie dann regelmäßig tragen, denn nahezu unaufhörlich musse am Sonntag an allen Schrauben der Spange gedreht werden. Aber nach einigen Wochen habe ich mich mit meinen Spangen so angefreundet daß ich sie heute nicht mehr missen möchte. Da hat sich meine Liebe zu Zahnspangen entwickelt.
Zeit zum Zweifeln gab es bei mir nicht. Ich wurde in meiner Jugend von meinen Eltern zum Kieferorthopäden geschickt, der mir dann schneller als mir lieb war zuerst zwei Dehnplatten verpasst hat. Das war im ersten Moment der Horror - ich hab mich aber sehr schnell mit meinen Zahnspangen angefreundet.