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OK, first of all, I've become a bit obsessed with my teeth since getting braced and seeing a bit of movement! It's only been about 3 months. I only need them for a year and it's mostly because I have two top front teeth that are pushed in making my teeth jet out on the sides.
Anyway, I've noticed them moving but very slowly. However, when I flossed last night I noticed a HUGE space in between my molars a couple of teeth down from the ones that need to "spread out". (man, this post must sound kinda weird!)....I'm just wondering if this is a good sign, and that the "offending teeth" will be moving into place really soon??!! I get my second adjustment next week so I'll ask then but I was just wondering if my Metal Mouth friends could tell me! LOL
Hi Gracie,
Throughout your treatment you may have gaps showing up in different places while the teeth are re-positioning themselves. I've had gaps close & then open up again a few months later & it's not a concern to my ortho. He said that there is an order to moving the teeth & although some things get worse for a while, they eventually improve.
Hope you get good support from your ortho at your next adjustment!
It's only been about 3 months. I only need them for a year and it's mostly because I have two top front teeth that are pushed in making my teeth jet out on the sides.