I've recently had my braces removed (May 2009) and now have an Essix retainer for my bottom jaw (to wear at night) and an Hawley retainer for my top jaw with false tooth attached (to wear during the day).

Starting in Aug/Sept 2004 I had Damon type 2 brackets, then In-ovation brackets (replaced March and May 2006) and seven In-ovation brackets without clips (with elastic ligatures).
Total time in braces = 4 years and 8 months!

NB: All treatment is through the NHS apart from implant work done by Mr Ziff which is private.


Thursday, April 14, 2005

Tubing

Today I had metal tubing put on either side of my two springs to make the gaps widen quicker.

I told Miss M about my operation and also about me losing my back bracket again.

I didn't bother with an emergency appointment this time as last time it came off those teeth hadn't moved.

Miss M said it's not needed for now anyway.