I have been engaging the services of orthodontists for the last 9 to 10 years (ever since I was 10) to straighten my teeth. I've switched orthodontists thrice as some of them were just interested in ripping me off rather than treating my dental problems.
I really want to straighten my teeth and get it done and over with asap. However, I have a jaw problem that sort of hinders the process of straightening my teeth.
(I'm currently wearing Hawley retainers, the one made of pink plastic.)
I just visited my orthodontist today and he told me that my teeth are unstable due to the jaw problem.He presented me with 3 options for my teeth:
1. Continue wearing the Hawley retainers for the rest of my life
2. Wear braces for 6 months to straighten my teeth followed by permanent(/fixed) retainers (the one consisting of wire stuck at the back of your teeth) for the rest of my life
3. Surgery (for both my upper and lower jaw)(However, my case is not THAT severe, just mild-moderate acc to the doc)
2007-03-14 17:37:53 · 5 answers · asked by acidten 5 in Health ➔ Dental
i have had two friends with severe jaw problems. one chose the surgery and the other chose braces for about 2 years. nearly everyone with braces gets the retainers in the back of their teeth, but it's really not bad. it may bug you for a few days, but i was used to it in after a day or two.
i say go with option 2 or 3. 3 is a super quick fix, but there's pain involved. 2 is what most people choose, but it does take some patience and braces can be a pain. however, it's over before you know it and the retainer is nearly undetectable.
2007-03-14 17:44:02 · answer #1 · answered by shoeless 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I'm sorry but no one can tell you any better than your Orthodontist. I'd recommend wearing the braces for 6 months, and the stick on retainer for the rest of your life. I'm very curious as to what "jaw problem" you have.
2007-03-15 00:41:37 · answer #2 · answered by Amanda D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would say the best bet would be to get the braces for 6 months then the retainers. you really dont feel the retainers at all after you get used to them. and if its just the metal ones on the back of your teeth then people wont even notice unless you actually show them. i have had braces, and retainers. so its most likely your best choice. good luck
2007-03-15 00:43:22 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would go with option #3. the others involve permanent retainers that you must live with until you die. the surgery sounds best because the surgery will give you good results and do not involve a permanent retainer.
2007-03-15 15:27:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well number 2 feels the safest good luck !
2007-03-15 00:41:13 · answer #5 · answered by esreemwehekkad 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋