Metal Mouth Message Board

How exciting you are nearing the end, Bec! You might not remember me (I haven't logged on for a long long time) but your story really inspired me last year right before I decided to get braces (so happy I did!). I will also be looking into this surgery for the muscle so I will be interested to hear ...

Good idea with the smoothies! I haven't tried them yet but have made soup and apple sauce which have been easy to eat. Goodluck with your boys this weekend

I'm with you. This is my second day with braces top and bottom and my mouth is feeling it today. Mouth ulcers are the worst. I think salt water should really help and you can do it more frequently to try expedite the healing. I don't know from experience that it gets better but from what I have read...

I have taken pictures but I am yet to do the uploading and all, I'm sorry. I must admit, I feel kind of lousy right now :( I am excited about my teeth moving (that's what all this pain is about, right?!) but there seems to be a constant ache in my mouth since late yesterday. I also have some sore ch...

It wasn't so bad you were right :) I was expecting to feel like I had a monstrosity in my mouth but surprisingly it all feels pretty okay right now! I wasn't expecting the big lips though.. The assistant called it "instant botox", it could be worse I suppose! When I open my mouth wide or s...

Today was the day! I'm so happy I found this forum before today because the stories and support from other members has really helped ease my nerves. My story.. I'm 25 from Australia and have a gap in my front teeth and an open bite. The gap has bothered me since I became conscious of it (read - teas...

Yay, I'm glad you know now! I believe it's 20% of whatever you spend over $2000 (the first $2000 you don't get a rebate, the rest - 20%). You can also include what you spent with your general dentist (me = lots!). Tomorrow is the big day for me and I feel very unprepared. I thought I should buy one ...

I promise I won't back out :) The cost of mine is $6800, ceramic on top and bottom. I hope you didn't get extorted for being in a country town. Were you told to put them down as medical expenses on your tax? I got told this so I hope to recoup a little something come tax time. Are they reducing your...

Love it Congrats Bec!

Hey Bec! I'm so happy for you, your smile looks fantastic and I am amazed by how quickly you have progressed! Your update came at the perfect time too, I get my braces in just 3 days and I am feeling nervous and unsure again. Seeing your smile is just what I needed, thank you

1. Where are you located? (city, state)
Sydney, Australia

2. How much are you paying for your braces?
$6800

3. What kind of braces *will* you have? (ceramic, metal)
Ceramic with SureSmile wires

4. What is your estimated time in braces?
12 months

Wow, good for you Julie! I too had never considered real braces when I went in to get my consultation and dismissed it almost immediately. It took me weeks to get used to the idea so I think you are very brave for setting up the appointment for the impressions tomorrow! I hope all goes well.

I'm sure you are seeing even more progress now, I look forward to your next pics! I'm sure I will be asking you lots of questions in the coming months

Hi pocketlint I'm in the same boat as you - I get braces May 2 and I am excited and nervous! I hope all goes well for you

Thank you so much for posting your progress Bec! My front teeth are spaced almost exactly as yours were to begin and seeing yours move so fast gives me real hope. I can only imagine how happy you are I get my braces in two weeks today, very excited now!!