how can a person brace their teeth in without braces from the dentist?
488217
Simple. You can't. You need to see a dentist. If you DIY you can actually end up with a warped teeth, jaw problems, etc. Problems that will be even more costly than just braces.
1167894
Yes, they hurt, but they are just the first of many things about having braces that will hurt, so get used to it.  Try taking some tylenol before you go to the ortho.  Other than that, there's not much you can do about it.
438139
Why are u against braces? U can do invislign which is technically braces but not metal, they are simpy clear retainers that u were all day, and every 2 or 3 weeks u get a new set to move you teeth. Or u could see if they can just use a retainer.
299760
they might. but remeber your braces will be on the outside of your teeth. not behind them. so you should be ok.
909856
There are retainers and then there are "retainers."  You are talking about actual tooth movement and not simply holding your teeth in place after finishing with braces.  It is possible that you can achieve what you want with a retainer-like appliance.  For this kind of service, which could take from a few months to over a year, you can expect to pay an appropriate fee.  In my office, for one arch, this would range from $600 to as much as $1,000, depending on the complexity and length of treatment.  I understand that you are just looking for an idea, but I don't want you to think you can get what you are looking for for $100-200 either.\n\nInvisalign would probably work also, but at 3-to-4 times the cost.
834711
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.
361990
See a dentist there are different options to fix gaps in your teeth such as bonding, veneers, crowns, braces.
1051484
You can always get clear braces (I know a few adults who have them and you can't tell they have braces unless you really look).  It can never hurt to boost your self-esteem, so if you feel it will then go for it!  It's nice that your husband loves you just the way you are though!
369474
Use some Orajel and see a dentist
57933
Hard foods-\n    Anything that is hard cannot be chewed with braces on. Remember, braces are fragile, and strong forces from hard foods will break them off. Damaged appliances will extend treatment time. Extended treatment time will increase the risk of cavities and stains on your teeth.\nSticky foods-\n    Braces can be pulled apart with sticky foods. Again, this could extend your treatment time. \n\nAnything high in sugar-\n    Braces make it harder to keep your teeth clean. Sugar will feed the bacteria that cause cavities. If you do eat any foods high in sugar, brush your teeth immediately. \n\nEXAMPLES OF WHAT TO AVOID\n\nIce....Definitely NO!! It totally destroys braces.\n\nNuts\n\nPeanut brittle\n\nHard pizza crust\n\nCorn on the cob\n\nRibs\n\nDoritos, corn chips, hard tacos, cheetos, fritos and the like\n\nPopcorn\n\nHard pretzels\n\nHard rolls and bagels\n\nRaw carrots\n\nBubble gum\n\nCarmel candy\n\nBeef jerky\n\nSuckers
666091
I think it sounds about right to me.  When my brother had to take his tooth out from his gums (it was stuck or something) he had to get braces first.  They'll probably just prep the tooth by spacing your teeth apart, and then pull them back together with your implant.  And besides, why not want perfect teeth? I got my braces off a month ago and my teeth are stunnign!
295434
Don't try to adjust your retainer.  Make an appointment to see your general dentist or your orthodontist so he or she can do it for you.
812278
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
546656
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.
171602
Try contacting colleges of dentistry in the area. They usualy have programs, where you can let ortho-residents do your braces and pay half the price. However, you should talk to the patients of these residents to determine which one is the best. I had my braces this way and really suffered for a long time, since my ortho-resident did not seem to know what she was doing. My friend, on the other hand, got a very good resident and had her bracesa off arounf the same time as I did, even though she strated her treatment 10 months later and her case was more complicated. Get recommendations!
670780
First they will take casts of your teeth. This allow the orthodontist to map out your treatment and decide on placement of the braces. In some cases you might need to wear spacers or bands before getting the actual braces on. Once the orthodontist has your treatment planned, s/he will apply the braces. When I had mine put on they started by putting this big plastic ring around my gums to keep my mouth open and to suction salivia. They then cleaned my teeth and applied glue. Next the brackets go on and are dried (using something similar to what they use when drying cavity fillings). The final step is to put your wires in place. It was mostly painless.
612257
Braces are very cute- but can be uncomfortable at first.  They improve teeth very greatly, and straighten them.