So...I got my pink ligs!
I also had my wires changed to a thicker set...a powerchain put on the bottom row of my teeth (from one molar band across to the other) to close the spaces that are taking longer than those that were up top...and rubber bands to pull my bottom jaw in!
Imagine my surprise when the asst. put the powerchain AND rubber bands in front of me. I had no idea I'd be ready for both so soon! I have to wear my rubber bands at all times (except eating and brushing)...even while I'm sleeping! I didn't get to take any pain killers until after my appointment...and the pressure kicked in not too soon after. They warned me that I'd feel pain...no joke! Thank goodness I don't have lots of teaching to do the next couple of days! Here are the pics:
The new pink ligs and introducing...the powerchain!
Closer pic of new ligs and powerchain
Right side rubber band
Left side rubber band with the big stubborn space that doesn't want to close
Smile!
On another note, I've experienced drying and flaking on the outer edge of my bottom lip for the past couple of weeks. I asked the ortho today, and was told that my braces could've contributed to it. I'm thinking maybe it was the change in seasons, stress, and/or the newest lip balm I've been using. I bought a new one (My Favorite Lip Balm by C.O. Bigelow---found in Bath & Body Works), and that seems to help...at least somewhat, as the flaking resurfaced this week. So I am still trying to pinpoint the cause b/c now the corners of my mouth have cracked...I can't have all of this going on while I have so much brushing & flossing to do each day!
Anyway, my next appointment isn't until December...so we'll see how much progress I make until then!
