i have to get an impresion done before I get Braces
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No, all your dentist will do is mix up some powder and water to make a paste-like substance. Then he'll put it into a bite tray and place it into your mouth. The impression material is usually cold and has a weird bland taste but in no way does it hurt. If you have a small mouth or have a very strong gag-reflex then it my be a little difficult however the best thing to do is to relax and just let the DR do his job. \nTrust him/her and let them take care of you.
423482
-- on the first appointment, they usually tell you what they are going to do for the rest of your treatment and explain it to you. they will most likely take xrays\n-- on the second apppointment, they put in your spacers if you are going to get molar bands. My friend has braces, but he has no molar bands. the orthodontist instead used a dental glue to fix the wire to the teeth, so you should definately ask about that when you go. \n-- third appointment, they take a mold of your mouth, but sometimes it can happen on the 2nd or 4th appointment; it is different for different people\n\nTHE STEPS OF PUTTING ON BRACES: then the next time you go, they will put the braces on. For me the most painful part was the cold water. believe me or not, but it really is the most painful part of the whole traetment. then they will stick this plastic thing inside of your mouth to keep it open for the dentist(doesnt hurt)..then they will glue the brackets to each of your teeth. then on either this appointment or the next, they will put on the wires. the first time is not really PAINFUL, its just a little pressure on your mouth; its not that bad, just a little uncomfortable. \n\nyou will also probably need to get your loose tooth extracted before you get your braces.\n\nyou may be like "aww crap" now, but you are going to be soo happy when you finally get them off. I've hadd mine for 2 longs years and i finally get them off on December 14! When your teeth are all pretty and straight, you'll forget about all the "pain" you went through because in the end, its all worth it! i hope your orthodontic treatment goes well!
442276
Okay, I had braces for 4 years so I can help you here! :)  You have the little threaders, you will put your floss in the little hole.  Go under your braces wire and pull the threader all the way through but leaving the floss in there.  Just floss as normal now, as you pull the floss inbetween the two teeth.  They also have water pics that have full force and get all the food out of your teeth.  I did that most of the time and it worked better than floss.  But, you may need to floss for your gums, I don't know what your situation is.  Goodluck.
109392
It usually isn't performed...Wearing a brace for about two months should do the trick
610648
You don't have to have a dentist's referral to go to an orthodontist.  Sometimes you'll get lucky and find one that does not charge for the initial exam.\n\nMake sure you're keeping them clean in the meantime.
409148
just get the braces, I'm on a waiting list to get my jaws broken then reset as my teeth stick out quite a bit if i had got braces when i was young i wouldn't have to go through the worry of getting braces plus getting my jaws broken and reset, go for it if your conscious of your teeth you will be glad when they are all fixed
625097
They have now clear plastic braces you cannot see. Check with a dentist. Doubt that insurance will pay for any of it today. You may have to get a loan.
173555
Your on braces right???...so dont worry its only a matter of time be4 things get set right! I fell in love with my girlfriend 6 years ago and for a majority of time she had braces on.... \nBad teetch are a major problem because your smile gets really a big beating. but all the same braces hide the defect to large extent by saying that your taking care of the problem.\nBut in GENERAL!!...count your plus's before you think about your teeth....and from what you say.....YOUR TEETH ARE A REALLY SMALL PROBLEM!!!....Dont worry about them
255432
no they wont.. me and my boyfriend both have braces and it does not happen well hasnt happen yet but i wouldnt worry.some people put wax on their braces so it wont be to stuck together and that will help.
517604
I think you need to consult with your dentist.
529512
An Orthodontist.. is a specialist for Braces, only. \n\nMost General Dentist, can take them out... He'll take an x'ray to confirm its something he can do. If he cant, he'll refer you to an Oral Surgeon, in your area.
39390
Yes, your mouth is going to be sore after getting braces placed. Your mouth will also be sore every time you go to the orthodontist to have them tightened, which is usually once a month. An hour or so before every orthodontist visit, take 800 mg of Ibuprophen which will help with the discomfort. Take it again about 8 hours after seeing the dentist. Don't worry, you'll be fine.
340747
I had a heart transplant and my doctors made me wait six months before I could go have my teeth cleaned. I also have to pre-medicate before I go now.
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You have to do the work.  If you are not brushing properly and using a floss threader and flossing EVERYDAY then your gums will not heal.  Braces are even worse on teeth and gums as they get everything caught in them.  The bacteria and food debris just sits there on those brackets and wires, which in turn your body wants to fight off, hence you get swollen sore gums.  I know that trying to floss with a full-set of braces is a pain.  It is even for me when I have to floss one of my ortho patients, and I am a hygienist. I can't imagine having to do this at home. But you can do it.  You just have to make the time.  An electric toothbrush is a great thing for people with braces, it does not have to be an expensive one, the pulsar by oral-b is a great one and it costs about six dollars at walmart.  You have to take even better care of your mouth then the average person does when you have braces.  The only way to get all of the nasties out of your mouth is to brush, then floss, making sure to go under your wires by using super floss or a floss threader, taking care to wrap each side of the tooth like a "C" shape to clean each side of the tooth and under the gum-line, and then following by a vigorous swish with mouthwash or salt water.  The salt water is a great way to help heal the gums up and make them less sore.  Yes it tastes nasty, but it is a tried and true method.  Just try to remember that you will not have to wear braces forever, and once they are off you will have a great smile, as long as you do the work now.
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i think you should ask your ortho because braces are pretty unpredictable in most cases. i was only supposed to have my braces for 18 months but i ended up having them for 24 so when she said 22-24 months she may have been giving a pretty reasonable time frame. just because you think that they are pretty much in the right place doesnt mean that they really are. i thought my teeth were fine, but they werent when i got braces. basically, just check with your ortho
425605
umm i used to have braces and i have a water pic and it worked awesome and you can change the pressure of the water so you can make it as soft or as hard as you want then you might want to take some mouth wash and rinse your mouth so you get that clean feeling.  hope it all works out for you
366928
well if you say you have as many problems with your teeth as you do, i would say ya, you need braces. Keep in mind though, you may not just get bottom braces. If your teeth do a lot of shifting when you get them, they wont align with the top teeth, so you'll have to get the tops ones as well.