Hi
First post to Mumsnet, so please bear with me
Just arrived back from Orthodontist with ds (10) who has had twin block braces fitted to correct his overbite and adjust his jaw. I can honestly say I feel sick/upset, he looks like he's shoved a sock in his mouth; can't speak, can't smile. Im dreading to think how he's going to cope at school.
If anyone has any advice/experience on these braces it would be great. Anything to ease my worries.
Thanks.
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Twin Block Braces - Any Advice?
Shar0769 · 25/01/2012 14:28
user1485371158 · 06/11/2022 18:57
Hi, his teeth don't look too bad, his mouth doesn't look overcrowded, he looks like he's got a bit a space between the other teeth, and wearing the twin blocks could avoid the extraction, but I'm no expert and I guess every case is different. Hope you get some answers tomorrow.
MrsMorton · 16/12/2022 19:19
Have a google of orthodontic wax, you can get it at boots, on amazon etc. In an emergency, babybel wax will do the trick.
Well... that's not a bad thing I guess OP. It is difficult but it will get better so quickly and is hundreds of times better than surgery which would be the option if you can't get twin blocks during the rapid growing phase.
Theonlyoneiknow · 19/12/2022 14:23
The orthadonic wax has been a saviour for us. DD got her twin blocks in November so has been wearing them for about 5 weeks now. I am taking her to get her ears pierced tomorrow which has softened the blow of having to wear them (she is 10yrs old). Corsydol mouthwash has also been recommended to me to help with any sores.
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