So I had my orthodontic appointment today and Harry -- my orthodontist -- told me that with my dentist's approval, my braces can come off next month! Yeah, so I'm just following right behind Kelsie. She had her braces off at six months post surgery and (hopefully) I will too!
I still had a little gap so I got one power chain. Other than that it was a pretty uneventful visit. I got to floss and brush while the wires were off so that was fun.
I'm still having sensations on my lip and chin but so far nothing else is happening ie no more feeling has returned. I am however getting more feeling in my lower teeth. Today, for example, I felt it when the ortho assistant, Marcy, took the ties off my bottom teeth. And in fact, my bottom teeth in general feel pretty normal. And I do have more feeling and sensitivity in my lower gums but still not 100%.
Its just all so interesting. And thanks to all for your comments and support. Its just so much easier going through all this with other orthognathic "blogfolks."
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Great news indeed!
When speaking with my Ortho he said that normal treatment time was anywhere from six to twelve months post surgery ... guess he didn't feel comfortable making a guessimate this far out.
Hey Mary,
What great news! YOu must be so excited huh? From what I have read, the research says that orthognathic surgery patients tend to become depressed if braces are left in place longer then 6 months after surgery. It is my understanding that most OS and ortho's try really hard to not drag it out any longer then that. My ortho told me the same when I asked how long after surgery I would have to wear mine. Could be less, but he said usually it is about 6 months. So....it sounds like you are right on track.
Can't wait to see your braces free smile! As for the feeling coming back. Don't get discouraged. Like I mentioned the other day. I'm just getting full feeling back in my front three teeth after over a year post SARPE. It can take quite awhile to fully heal and for the nerves to regenerate. It has been my experience that it is a very slow and steady process.
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