thought i would bump this up...as it interesting to read ppls experiences!

i have had braces now for a little over a year (out of a 2 year plan). have the clears ones on top and bottom. i had a retained baby tooth that needed extracting and the adult tooth to be brought down. i wanted to get the braces that sit at the back of the teeth, but alas, with my baby tooth issue it wasnt a possibility.

i cant say i like having them, but have certainly gotten so used to it that i dont notice them anymore, but the beginning was tough as adjustments that they make can give headaches. i have to wear a retainer he tells me for 3 years!!!!

the cost of the orthodontics was $5700. we paid upfront and got a 20% discount and also some rebate from medicare...

the dentist who had to do some fillings and the extraction cost a bomb on top of that...probably close to $1500.

spewing. imagine how many pretty shoes i coulda bought with that booty LOL!