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day one/two

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, 09-01-2009 at 03:53 PM (410 Views)
*first off, i did post my before pix/day one pix here, but i have more pics (of just other random stuff lol) on my blogspot account (http://bracestimes2.blogspot.com/ - the posts are the same (actually i added the day 2 stuff here that i prob. won't there)*

day 1 (8.31.09)
So, I got my braces today. It took about an hour and a half (including impressions...I chose strawberry).

I ended up getting colors (lime green, hot pink). They aren't really hurting right now, but I know in a little bit they probably will be.

So, I will go in every 6-8 weeks for adjustments (for about a year). This next time I am waiting for 8 weeks so that my brother and I will be able to have appointments at the same time.

Dr. R does a token system, so each time you go in you get tokens (1 for no broken brackets, 1 for good brushing, 1 for being on time, and 3 for wearing your shirt). In return you can get different things. There is a "treasure box" for the younger kids, $10 gift cards, $50 gift cards (to Target, Best Buy, or iTunes), and the staff favorite (which is currently a pink or blue iPod nano).

And I got a whole bunch of other stuff...my t-shirt, a kit (that has a travel toothbrush, toothbrush, floss threaders, floss, wax, a timer, etc.), special toothpaste, a magnet, and some coupons for Taco Bell.

day 2 (9.1.09)
so, not much to report...im still in pain, which is to be expected. although i don't remember being in this much pain the first time. i mean, i do have a pretty high pain tolerance, but for right now advil and wax are my best friends! lol

also, i really hate using the floss threaders. i don't think i really used them the first time (and if i did, i don't remember). it just makes flossing take so much longer!

but, a few months ago i found these things called "bryton picks" at meijer. one pick can be used for about a month (bc it is made of stainless steel which is germ resistant). It is really flexible and as thin as floss and is an "alternative for people who are unable to floss" and an "on-the-go floss solution." It is FDA registered and once you floss through 2 teeth you just have to wipe it off with a napkin, tissue, or hot water.

I haven't tried it with my braces yet (I need to get a new one), but on the directions it says to "'floss' from behind" (so, when you take it out from behind teeth you pull it out vertically, so the wire doesn't interfere). here is the website where you can buy it from, but it is about a dollar cheaper at meijer (plus you don't have to pay for s/h): http://www.brytonpickstore.com/. it is probably sold in other stores, i just have only seen it at meijer.

caitie

Updated 09-15-2009 at 03:24 PM by live,laugh&love

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  1. Sunny's Avatar
    I love the coloured ligs on your brackets Caitie ... they look excellent!

    Not sure why you're in pain, as this isn't usual. Keep your fluids up, as being well hydrated is important. Next make sure you cover any brackets that are rubbing your mouth with wax, so that your cheeks can toughen without breaking into sores. Warm salt water rinses are also great for soothing your mouth ... so do these as often as you can throughout the day.

    Flossing is essential as it prevents gum disease. It's important to have an A1 oral hygiene routine during your ortho treatment as it would be a waste of ortho treatment to loose your teeth due to gum disease. The more you practise with floss the easier it becomes. The floss I use is oral b superfloss and it has one end that is stiff and can be threaded under the archwires or between teeth at the gum line.

    The bryton pick is a great toothpick. I use it to remove food from between my teeth, but it can't floss, as it can't move below the gum line to remove anything that's got caught in there during the day. This is the stuff that can cause gum disease and the reason why flossing properly is so important.

    Good luck with finding your brackets are more comfortable quickly and also good luck with your flossing!
  2. live,laugh&love's Avatar
    thanks!

    Yeah, I have used a lot of wax these past couple of days! I haven't tried the salt water rinses, but I will try that later today.

    I definitely agree about the flossing. I have been sticking with the flossing (and have always intended to), it is just a pain. lol the super floss actually seems familiar (i think that is maybe what i used the first time i had braces).

    yeah, i love the bryton pick. before getting my braces, that is pretty much what i had been using it for, after meals and then dentek floss picks at home (with regular flossing a few times a week).

    thanks!