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by methoddan
Sun Dec 02, 2012 9:20 am
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

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...
by methoddan
Sat Dec 01, 2012 3:17 pm
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

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

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by methoddan
Fri Nov 30, 2012 9:35 pm
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

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.htm...
by methoddan
Fri Nov 30, 2012 8:02 pm
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

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.
by methoddan
Wed May 02, 2012 11:28 am
Forum: Metal Mouth Forum
Topic: How Accurate are Orthodontist's on Treatment Time?
Replies: 20
Views: 6095

Re: How Accurate are Orthodontist's on Treatment Time?

I was told 15-18 months. I am almost at my 9 month mark and my ortho told me recently that it will be 15 months total, which is right around my birthday, so happy birthday to me!
by methoddan
Sat Mar 31, 2012 9:32 am
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Here's to the next 913 days! *With Pics!*
Replies: 48
Views: 10006

Re: Here's to the next 913 days! *With Pics!*

Awesome progress!
by methoddan
Thu Mar 22, 2012 4:09 pm
Forum: Metal Mouth Forum
Topic: How many hooks do you have?
Replies: 27
Views: 4389

Re: How many hooks do you have?

18 total. I have 8 upper (which are all In-Ovation C brackets with built in "hooks") and 10 on the lower (In-Ovation R with traditional hooks); basically cuspids all the way back. My 2nd upper molar on on each side are not braced.
by methoddan
Tue Mar 20, 2012 7:45 pm
Forum: Metal Mouth Forum
Topic: Tomorrow is 9 months!
Replies: 10
Views: 1654

Re: Tomorrow is 9 months!

Congratulations! My 9 month is in 3 weeks. It is going by so fast. I also started elastics about 5 weeks ago. I was told 15-18 months for my treatment, so hoping for 15 months or sooner, which will be this Nov. Here's to a teeth that cooperative, so we can have healthy beautiful smiles!
by methoddan
Tue Mar 20, 2012 4:52 pm
Forum: The Naked Tooth (Retainers and Life After Braces)
Topic: How long did you have to wear elastics?
Replies: 22
Views: 86865

Re: How long did you have to wear elastics?

I wore elastics (triangle on both sides to slightly close my bite) after 6 months into treatment for 24 hours a day. Then after 5 weeks (today), my ortho told me that I could switch to nights only.
by methoddan
Sun Jan 15, 2012 9:28 am
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

Thank you!
by methoddan
Wed Jan 11, 2012 2:40 pm
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

I hope everyone had nice holidays! I just had my 5 month braces anniversary. I also had my 3rd adjustment. New thicker wires on top and bottom. I believe my top is as thick as they will be for the rest of my treatment. I also got a power chain on top. Let me know what you think. Before and After: 5 ...
by methoddan
Thu Dec 15, 2011 10:13 am
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

Quick update on my journey. Progress has slowed a little, but I am very pleased with my results. My next adjustment is Jan 3rd. Happy holidays everyone!

Before and After: 4 month progress
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by methoddan
Fri Nov 11, 2011 5:21 pm
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Elizabeth's Pilgrimage to the Straight Smile Club
Replies: 58
Views: 10781

Re: Elizabeth's Pilgrimage to the Straight Smile Club

Awesome progress! The time sure is flying by. Our respective treatments will be over before we know it. Here's to our beautiful new smiles!
by methoddan
Fri Nov 11, 2011 5:17 pm
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

Thank you! Not only is my crowding going away, but so did my tan from the summer months of golfing. 8)
by methoddan
Wed Nov 09, 2011 9:41 am
Forum: Our Braces Stories
Topic: Dan's Braces Take #2
Replies: 25
Views: 14521

Re: Dan's Braces Take #2

Today is my 3 month update. I am very happy with my progress. Let me know what you all think. I go in for my second adjustment on Nov 14th.


Before and After: 3 month progress
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