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nishie
post May 15 2009, 10:20 PM

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Hi, suddenly bum in here.

I’m having braces next coming Friday. 1st consultation, my Ortho put 8 separators to move my teeth to give way for the band. She told me to extract 7 of my teeth (3 wisdoms & 4 molars).

I’ve extracted 2 teeth last week and 4 teeth last Monday. Guess what.. There's no pain at all. Thanks to my doctor. She done a great job.

People said, separator/spacer is more hurting than braces.. is it true?
nishie
post May 24 2009, 07:36 AM

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QUOTE(NikkiDaTeddy @ May 21 2009, 05:43 PM)
Honestly, in the beginning, i will brush whenever after meal. Soon, i just gargle.
Now, i dont brush anymore.  I have a mirror, toothpicks with me and korek the food out from being visible only....

*Don't laugh...i know it sounded disgusting...

When i go out makan with friends, i will sometimes stuff my finger in my mouth to adjust the dental wax or my tongue will glide my teeth and etc... I know its not a very pleasant sight to look at. But i do it in the washroom, or bend down under the table and all la... Try not to let ppl see. Other than that, actually my friends and family all use to it and people around me understand my action. So they will tolerate me also.

To be honest, if u need to brush in the office. Its totally alright. Afterall, its good manner to brush after u eat. Rather than having food stuck at ur teeth right or not? I'm sure your colleagues would understand. Dont worry my dear, its not weird or strange at all. I'm sure they rather u using the toilet to brush teeth than seeing food stuck at ur teeth.

In my ex-company, some account managers also practice to brush teeth after lunch. Cos these are the people to represent the company to see clients. So they have to hav a good image. They even floss in the office ok?

Does all above makes you feel better? Dont worry la my dear. Every time after makan, u just bring out ur mirror to check ur smile. If u see food stuck in between teeth, just quickly go washroom and gargle to get rid of it first. Toothpicks are very useful. So have it with you. Then only go back office to brush lo. Other than that, avoid Fried rice and chilli stuffs lo... smile.gif Hope these helps
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Hi.. Thanks for the petua. I've braces last friday.. It take me time to adjust.. Yesterday.. i went to a restaurant. Hard for me to eat Nasi Goreng and after that lari to washroom.. the one that i can't stand is.. have to eat like a pengantin.. doh.gif

Honestly, i need lot of petua from all of you. My doctor gave me all braces kits but lot of pharmacy didn't have an ortho brush. Where else can i buy it... i used to brush after lunch/meal in the office.. Help please....
nishie
post May 28 2009, 09:36 PM

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Have anybody here using the 3M brand cause I’m using it. Like Kentcp said, the price might be different. I spoke to the nurse at my orthodontist today and she said that the price might increase again in a couple of month.

I took 3M clarity braces that cost me around 8k. It works like Damon and InOvation. Not all self-ligature suits for anybody. Some works like magic and some might take a long time. Like mine, early thirties, high metabolism.. after a week, my 2 lower front teeth have aligned itself. I know the price is more than expensive but I want the best result and services.

nishie
post May 30 2009, 09:20 PM

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Try this link. You'll see the clear image of 3M clarity braces.

http://www.parisiortho.com/selfligating.php
nishie
post Jun 26 2009, 09:38 PM

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QUOTE(gilz.hippy @ Jun 26 2009, 05:27 PM)
May i know where is the cheaper place to do braces? Some said Shah Alam and kepong is cheaper.
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Try this Malaysian Association of Orthodontists. Search according to your area and try to make a few calls..

http://www.mao.org.my/members2.htm

 

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