Metal Mouth Message Board

I agree, it's probably best to follow your surgeon's instructions, but I find it really interesting how different all the surgeons are. I was allowed to basically eat whatever I wanted after two weeks. They just said "don't eat anything that causes you pain." So, for me, that meant I was ...

If you're worried about solid foods, you can definitely make some high-calorie high-protein shakes that should keep your appetite at bay. I haven't tried this recipe yet, but it's one that I'm planning on using: 2 scoops chocolate protein powder (I like designer whey) 1 cup milk / soy milk 1 banana ...

Just posting an update. One week to go, and I just got my surgical hooks put in place. They definitely aren't the most attractive, but they aren't as intrusive as I thought they would be (no need for wax so far!). I'm really looking forward to surgery for two reasons right now. First, it means my tr...

Replying to my own postj. There were a few things that I noticed after talking to my surgeon that seem to be different that many people's experiences. I just thought I'd share them here. Keep in mind that I'm just having lower jaw advancement surgery * Out patient surgery in the surgeon's office (no...

Sleeping arrangements have already been made. I'm "imposing" myself on my parents, though I think my mother is really looking forward to babying me again. I'll basically be sleeping in a lazy boy for the first while, which happens to be situated ion what will be my own floor, in front of a...

Hello everyone, I'm guessing it's been a year since I last posted on this board, but I thought I might as well pop back since my surgery is fast approaching. I was originally diagnosed with an ~10 mm overjet, which was causing excessive tooth wearj, as well as some jawclicking and locking. Recommend...

When you say you have a "hideous" overbite / overjet, what makes you say that with such emphasis? Have people told you (with or without prompting) that your teeth look "ridiculous" ? Or is this just your own impression when you stare at your teeth in the mirror? The only reason w...

Haven't had my surgery yet, but I can tell you what my surgeon told me (I'll be having the same surgery as you) 1. How long did you take off work, and was it enough/too much? My surgeon said he has yet to have a patient who wasn't able to go back to work after 2 weeks. Some of his patients may choos...

I'm 27 and I've been ID'd a couple of times (legal age for drinking is 18 here). I don't mind at all, as I guess I'm at the age where I appreciate looking younger than I am. My boyfriend is 35 though, so I don't think he is as amused as me when people think I'm barely legal. It makes him look like a...

My braces were $7200 CDN for 18-24 months. I saved 5% for paying up front, so what I really paid was $6840. Ortho costs can vary due to many factors. The amount of experience your ortho has, the type of brackets they use, length of treatment, etc. One of the biggest factors I'd imagine is what city ...

Tofino is right, there is definitely nothing wrong with getting orthognathic surgery for cosmetic reasons! If it improves the way you feel about your profile and your smile, all while improving your bite, then good on you. No one should make you feel guilty for improving yourself! But I'm a bit hesi...

I'm getting the surgery to fix my bite. My teeth really were never that bad cosmetically, and quite frankly I was content with them the way they were. Just last night someone I hadn't seen in months asked me "Why on earth did you get braces, didn't you have perfect teeth before?". Well, I ...

Different orthos seem to have different rules. Popcorn is on my "be cautious" list, as the hard unpopped kernals can be a problem. But I eat it all the time without a problem. The only time I seem to have a problem with brackets popping off is when I break the "don't bite with your fr...

My lisp was really bad for the first couple of weeks. It has steadily improved until it disappeared completely (perhaps after one month?). So I wouldn't worry too much about it.

I pay for almost everything on a credit card because I get rewards for every dollar I spend. I can't imagine why an ortho wouldn't accept one (I used my credit card). That said, I wouldn't recommend putting a large expense on a credit card and not paying off the full amount immediately though, unles...