what do you wish you had known re braces?

[Anonymous]

Our tween DS has a massive overbite and our dentist recommended seeing an orthodontist. I feel like I don't really know where to start and don't want to over or under treat it. Thanks!

[Anonymous]

Get 3 opinions, double check what your insurance covers, and go from there.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Get 3 opinions, double check what your insurance covers, and go from there.

This.

Ask friends where they took their kids. Start shopping around.

[Anonymous]

So your teen has a massive overbite and a responsible parent would take them to the orthodontist.
Shocking revelation for you, I suppose!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Our tween DS has a massive overbite and our dentist recommended seeing an orthodontist. I feel like I don't really know where to start and don't want to over or under treat it. Thanks!

What do you mean where to start? You go to an orthodontist and get a couple of opinions. Come on!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Get 3 opinions, double check what your insurance covers, and go from there.

This.

Ask friends where they took their kids. Start shopping around.

Thanks, I think I'm just overthinking it, lol.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Get 3 opinions, double check what your insurance covers, and go from there.

This.

Ask friends where they took their kids. Start shopping around.

Thanks, I think I'm just overthinking it, lol.

Embarrassing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Our tween DS has a massive overbite and our dentist recommended seeing an orthodontist. I feel like I don't really know where to start and don't want to over or under treat it. Thanks!

What do you mean where to start? You go to an orthodontist and get a couple of opinions. Come on!

I meant if there's some sort of list of best orthodontists, but apparently I'm getting started by getting dragged on DCUM!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Our tween DS has a massive overbite and our dentist recommended seeing an orthodontist. I feel like I don't really know where to start and don't want to over or under treat it. Thanks!

What do you mean where to start? You go to an orthodontist and get a couple of opinions. Come on!

I meant if there's some sort of list of best orthodontists, but apparently I'm getting started by getting dragged on DCUM!

You never asked that and you can look it up or ask your dentist.

[Anonymous]

What is the average cost for braces? After paying $4200 for round 1 expander, I was quoted $7200 for a round 2 of braces. Is this the going rate?

[Anonymous]

I wish I’d known how much having them taken off would hurt. DD was in so much pain. Glad I knew to book her for a teeth cleaning immediately after that though. Her teeth were filthy!

[Anonymous]

Did the overbite just develop? All the kids I’ve known with noticeable problems were referred to an ortho by 7-8.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Did the overbite just develop? All the kids I’ve known with noticeable problems were referred to an ortho by 7-8.

It was previously minor, and each time we asked before the dentist said we should wait to see an orthodontist. Yesterday the dentist said DC needs to go to an orthodontist.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I wish I’d known how much having them taken off would hurt. DD was in so much pain. Glad I knew to book her for a teeth cleaning immediately after that though. Her teeth were filthy!

Thanks, any tips for dealing with the pain?

[Anonymous]

I don’t really think there is anything special you need to know. Ask your dentist what orthodontist they recommend and go. Assuming you trust and value your dentist’s opinion