When in powerchain stage...

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#1 Post by **dimplez23** » Mon Aug 04, 2008 2:26 pm

I am wondering if when the ortho puts on a powerchain does it mean that the straightening of the teeth is done? I have some concern because i will be getting powerchains in 2 weeks and some of my teeth have yet to completely straighten out. If someone knows the usual process please let me know...thanks in advance

#2 Post by **jaswi** » Mon Aug 04, 2008 2:41 pm

No, it just means the orthodontist sees some space that he would like to close up. Teeth will still straighten out with a powerchain on.

#3 Post by **dimplez23** » Mon Aug 04, 2008 6:43 pm

Ok I was a little concerned that this was the end of the straightening process. Yes, I have four premolar gaps that need to be closed so maybe thats what they will be working on. Thanks jaswi

#4 Post by **purpleteeth** » Mon Aug 04, 2008 6:44 pm

I got a powerchain at an SOS appointment for something else. I was told that my original treatment plan did not include powerchains, so this came as a total surprise!

Powerchains help close gaps, at least that is what they have done in my case. I don't know if my teeth are totally straight yet, but I know my bite still needs some work. My bottom teeth look a lot better now that the powerchain has been on for about 7weeks or so - much straighter.

#5 Post by **SnowSara** » Tue Aug 05, 2008 9:16 am

I got powerchains at my first adjustment and had them throughout most of my treatment, they closed up my gaps rather quickly! Go powerchains!

#6 Post by **dimplez23** » Tue Aug 05, 2008 12:17 pm

thanks purpleteeth and snowsara now i just hope my gaps close quick not that im in a rush because i know its going to take some time...thanks again