Metal Mouth Message Board

Wax!!!! Yes!!! Use it!!! LisaK, I'm 42 and getting retreated. It will get better. I drank lots of Atkins and Nutrisystem shakes in the very beginning. I think everyone's teeth feel loose and wonky.
Best of luck ladies!!! Don't give up, it'll get better and for the love of god, use the wax

Colgate Enamel Health toothbrush and mouthwash. It tastes very pleasant, not harsh, no alcohol. I'm hoping to avoid any white spots.

Gorgeous

Your smile is beautiful but I would def call and discuss. It's too much time and money to just settle. Best of luck

Hang in there, the weekly pics will help! Bread is the worst and I also obsess with brushing and the waterpik as soon as I eat. Continued luck

Ladies, I also purchased a Waterpik on Amazon after reading this forum a few weeks before my bonding. It's the best thing EVER! My mouth feels so clean. Love, love, love it!

The only thing I have to offer are my thoughts and prayers. So sorry. I would def try to get to your doc for some help with the depression. Again, so sorry you are going through this.

My Ortho said they didn't like to do ceramics on the bottom because they are harder than enamel. That being said, I know there are people on here who have lower ceramics. You may want to get second opinion.

Sounds very bizarre and awful :? Indeed, you're forking over big money to have permanent changes made to your FACE. I'm not sure exactly what I would do but would definitely ask any/ all of your questions at your next appointment if not before by calling the office manager and voicing your concerns....

Thanks for the tip on the straw, I'll be shopping Amazon for one immediately. I only have one cup each morning but it's a MUST have morning cuppa! I think I will try the clear. It really IS the point of the ceramics afterall. Lol

Someone posted some interesting info on all the different types of toothpastes and their ingredients the other day. It was informative on abrasives in different pastes. I'd say on average I brush 4 times, maybe more on some days. I have the same brackets, ceramic upper/ metal lower. I think as long ...

Good morning! I'll weigh in on the ceramics My uppers are ceramics, lower metal. Agree completely that while bulkier, absolutely no regrets

If they have all given the go ahead, I'm sure the fear is residual. It's understandable. Good luck!

Oh and about the TMJ, I have no idea... I know the Ortho corrected mine as an adolescent with rubber bands. So I "think" if something were to arise during your treatment they could address it. Don't be afraid to ask your Ortho about your concerns. In fact there's an Ortho on this site that...

Proud of you for saving up and taking the plunge! Sorry to hear you've had so much self esteem problems for all those years. I think you're making the decision to better yourself and feel better about yourself! Way to go!!! Welcome to the club!