Metal Mouth Message Board

I was a dental assistant for a short time and learned that having any sort of prosthetic dental work is a bit like having a prosthetic limb. It does the job, but not nearly the same things. That being said, I wouldn't entirely rule them out, if absolutely necessary, but I chose braces in hopes to av...

I talked to a girl who said she had just her wires removed for her wedding. Might make Photoshopping easier.

OMGOSH Gold braces! I would totally rock those! MUCH better than having to choose a ligature band color as an adult. Gold is totally hot right now!

Has anyone else experienced tiredness or dealing with low energy since getting braces? Or dealing with another medical condition T the same time? I have thyroid issues going into treatment but I'm feeling more tired since getting them. I wonder if my body is trying to adjust?

I think I'm gaining weight from the stress.

I got...
Wax
Stiff floss (oral b super floss)
Floss threaders
Plastic travel pouch
Ortho toothbrush
Interdental toothbrush
Plackers
Interdental travel size cleaners (my fave)

I bought: dentek professional oral care kit

I'm 37 years old, braces for the first time, having them done at a local University. Having a bit of heightened anxiety, along with perio issues, although I've only ever had one slight cavity my entire life. Not sure what my exact dx is, but have a funky bite going in for sure. I think cross+over bi...

Not a bad idea. Would the shower do any damage to the electrical components in the brush?

I'm interested in this subject. I've been looking at photos on the Internet and not seeing any teeth like mine. I'm also dealing with some gum recession issues even though I've always taken great care of my teeth. I'm wondering how this might work with periodontal issues?

Amen. My anxiety is through the roof and I'm only a month in!

My husband always has had them, and I thought he was crazy, until I got braces and now I'm having them. I dreamed my sonicare got stuck in them and all the wires and brackets came out and got wrapped around the brush. Also that some teeth broke. He said that his start disintigrating and turn to powd...