how do they take the brackets off cause im having my braces off wedsday?
930323
They just pull them off and it doesn't hurt at all, just a slight pressure.
899472
Depends on how long you have had braces on .  They don't usually put them on right away.  After several months then they put them on.  ask your ortho.
925730
Just about anything that's not extremely gooey or sticky. And nothing to hard or your brackets will comes off, the dentist will give you a list but soem stuff on thier such as gum won't hurt anything. ;)
604707
i had braces for 3 and 1/2 years, 6th grade through half way through 9th grade, it is not a big deal, at all, my friend had hers on from 9th to 11th grade, no one will make fun of you, like they do on tv.. and if they do, they are losers because everyone has braces.. even celebrities!!! it will hurt after you first get them on but that goes away quick and its a little sore after they adjust the bands but that only lasts a day or two, but really braces are really easy, just make sure you are still brushing you teeth and flossing. because if your not your teeth can have rings around where the bracket was and those dont go away, i have a few. but if you brush they wont be there.. and the best news is you'll hev them off for your senior pictures!! also make sure you wear your retainer unless you want to have braces again! i hope you like your braces, just think of the smile you'll have when its done!!!
47767
It doesn't hurt as much as people say getting them on.  The next few days will hurt because your mouth is getting used to it.  also, your lips might feel like they are bulging out because the braces are there, expecially on the bottom. Every time you go back and get the bands changed, it might hurt the day after, but just take some painkillers BEFORE you go.(you don't want to have to wait for it to work)If you have to wear headgear (this will be something you would have to wear attached to your braces to keep them in the same place, hopefully you won't have this) it will be uncomfortable, and if you must wear them when you sleep, it may be diffult to go to sleep at night, but you get used to it.  If you have to wear them during the day, I feel sorry for you, as it is a great embarrasment to most people.  also, your teeth will be more sensative so whatch what you eat.\nGood luck, and don't worry!
1102793
yep i do! sometimes it gets stuck, but u can always get it off, no biggie. just try to keep it away from the braces part lol
416019
Braces costs will vary depending on which orthodontist you see. Mine were $4000, but don't freak out. It's called monthly payments! When I got my braces, it took about two hours. You first get this weird bracket thing that holds your mouth open wide enough for the orthodontist to see. You also bite down on a mouth guard that your tongue stays behind so you don't get the special cement on it. Trust me, that cement junk is pure sourness!!! They clean your teeth first and use a small applicator to squeeze the icky cement onto each tooth you're supposed to get a bracket on. They put on the actual bracket part and wait a few minutes for the cement to harden. You are then usually allowed to get a bit of water and rinse your mouth. Don't freak. The brackets without the rubber bands or wires feel like rocks in your mouth, but no worries. Well, they finish up, set up the plan with your parents, and you're good to go! The most painful thing...would be at adjustment appointments if you have to get power chains or closing loops. Those suck sooooooooo much. On a scale of 1-10, the pain after the adjustments are about a 7. Hope this helps!\n\n.:Lark:.
1075435
I had braces top and bottom. It didn't take long to fit them, 45 mins at the most. The orthodontist will glue the little metal bits onto each tooth and put clamps around the back teeth and then attach the wires with little coloured bands to each tooth and insert the wire into the clamps.
501259
i have braces. its not a big deal, everyone just oos and ahhs. its actually pretty cool! and its worth it when u get them off and u have a great smile!
549204
Ask your general dentist, if you have one.  If you don't have a general dentist, then you need to find one and go for a checkup before seeing the orthodontist to make sure you don't have any cavities or gum disease and to get your teeth cleaned before having braces put on. \n\nDr. R.
447362
Just relax you don't have to get braces unless you have really bad teeth, you don't need a doctor to tell you if that is the case. If you do get braces your teeth will be sore for 3-5 days after the spacers go in. Stock up on yogurt and ice cream. When they adjust your braces you might fell a little pain for a few hours but not more then a day. My braces where on for about two years. I got use to them after a month. You have nothing to worry about. Hundreds if not thoundsands of people get braces on or off every day. Hope this helps.
882511
Retainers are the transition out of braces.  In order for the brace work to hold properly, a retainer must be used to help in transition.\n\n.
903968
hey, i had braces for 2.5 years.. ijust got them off earlier this year... those rubber bands are a pain... just take some aspirin... itll go away after a few days.. but the bad thing is that each time you get them adjusted... it will hurt for a day or two again... good luck, but keep your mind on the goal... beautiful teeth... well worth it!
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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.
361385
Get braces and when you're in your house, you'll be straightening them at home. Voila!
631364
My tongue got stuck in the braces and we had to go to the hospitals to get if off. Stay away from Braces.
745285
Well, first off I would highly recommend a water pic to keep your teeth and gums as clean as possible.  Then when you brush your teeth use a whitening toothpaste or even use plain baking soda from the kitchen.  It will help.\nAfter your braces come off you can get the real whitening strips to make that perfect smile sparkle !