Sterling had an orthodontist appointment today. I think it was our 356th. He has been going for three and a half years. That must be some sort of record. Will they give him a medal at the end? Today I asked to speak with the orthodontist and get to the bottom of things - there has to be an end in sight! He sat us down and told us if Sterling stayed on track with this new change he should be eating gum by Summer! Sterling was thrilled. Grad is June 26 and I know he is thinking of that day as a goal. It always has been for him. So today they made some big changes. He has the largest wire they make on the top (this is an end of braces wire) and he got elastics that span from the top to the bottom. We were both shocked and his teeth were hurting already when we left the office. He was told that if he wears his elastics all the time except for eating he will get them off in 2 months or so. Trust me, they can tell - these people are amazing - bracewhisperers.
Next up will be Kaedo. Our ortho doesn't think his will be as long - and Sterling's teeth were much worse - but lets hope he gets them off for grade 12 grad. haha. It's funny when you think "the van will be paid off in December so we'll be able to make payments on Kaedo's teeth". Ha! I know orthodontics is not for the weak of heart, my parents must have paid a fortune when I was young, and we've paid $6000 for Sterling, but when I look at him now and then and how beautiful his smile is, I would give up anything to make sure Kaedo gets the same treatment.
As I said to my mom - the only thing I'm concerned about is the Bulk Barn withdrawals.
2 comments:
Your teeth are going to look wonderful Sterling - glad there is an end in sight. Maybe Sterling should consider going in for an orthodontist - look at all the money you'd make! Sorry Craig that our dentist wasn't as concerned about your teeth when you were young - you still have a beautiful smile. Hope Kaeden's won't cost that much if his teeth aren't as bad as Sterlings. I'm sure the Bulk Barn will notice not as many sales while Kaeden has his braces.
Nice chatting with you this afternoon even if it was only for a short while. Caleb was too involved with his movie to take time to visit.
Hope the rest of your week goes well - BIG HUGS TO ALL!
3-1/2 years is just a fraction of the 6 years you had with headgear, braces, a maxiofacial surgeon to remove your wisdom teeth, etc. etc. There was no flat cost, just pay every month until it was over. Worth every penny though. Kaedo's will be well worth the money also. The Bulk Barn may not think so however. Glad you are happy with the orthodontist, we sure were and they are still good friends after all these years. It's a long course Sterling so we hope your RESPs have oodles of money in them. You have to be a dentist first, then take orthodontia. Lots of competition in this part of the world, Lethbridge has lots of them. Good luck with the new wires and elastics..at least they didn't have to break your jaw!
Love to all
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