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I was supposed to be debraced December 2013 but we ran into a glitch so I had to wait until today. Guess what everybody!!?? They're off. Im free!!! It took 2 hours but I'm finally free. I do have to return in 1 week to get my upper retainer (night wear) only; I've got a permanent retainer on the bottom. Once I left the Orthodontist office I went to my regular dentist to get my temporary bridge. I get the permanent bridge on January 14, 2014. So after 2 years and close to $9,000.00 (usd) I have a smile that I am so proud of. YAY!!!! I'm jumping for joy and doing my happy dance.
Braces as Phase II treatment for TMJD.
Lower mandibular repositioning splint 26 months.
Lower braces on 10.75 months into Phase II treatment.
Duration in braces: 2 years, 2 weeks, 5 days
Removal of Braces: September 18, 2013 TMJD treatment now complete!