http://angela.andrewandangela.com "Go Confidently In The Direction Of Your Dreams... Live The Life You've Imagined."- Henry David Thoreau Tue, 23 Feb 2010 05:11:04 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I had X-rays, a deep cleaning, a fluoride treatment, and lastly braces tightened today.  The hygienist determined my braces would not hinder the X-rays from being done- oh joy =(.  At least they were unremarkable.  The hygienist said I was doing well with my at-home cleanings, which made me feel ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2010/02/braces-update-february-18-2010/ Hope everyone has a Happy New Year!  Another unremarkable visit to write about.  Pink elastic ligatures and yes, finally the white elastic on the bottom front lowers is gone!  I don't like when Dr. B has to put that on because it gets kinda gross by the next visit despite ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2010/02/braces-update-january-21-2010/ Nothing really remarkable to write about.  I asked for pink elastic ligatures and I was pumped to finally visit Aruba after numerous times of begging my husband.   As an aside you should definitely visit Aruba!  Get the all-inclusive  package- so worth it!  We had a blast but I wish we ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2010/02/braces-update-december-17-2009/ I'm beginning to get more antsy than usual regarding when these braces will finally be taken off.  Feels like I've had them on forever.  Pink elastic ligatures this time.  Dr. B placed an elastic band on my bottom lower front teeth to close a gap that was forming.  My gums ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2009/11/braces-update-november-19-2009/ Another long wait to finally get to see Dr. B.  Truthfully, I was annoyed.  The office makes such a big stink for people to arrive on-time yet they make people wait and wait and wait.  Anyway, purple elastic ligatures this time (Halloween's approaching)...  I asked Dr. B about the big ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2009/10/braces-update-october-15-2009/ These are things I've experienced since getting my braces; a list that includes many things that I was unaware of and wish I had been better prepared for... *gum & teeth pain/soreness (this I was aware of) remedy: soft diet, rinse with warm salt water, talk to orthodontist. *increased risk of canker sores ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2009/10/things-to-be-aware-of-regarding-braces/ Nothing remarkable to write about.  I requested for pink elastic ligatures mainly because I like the color...  The usual late evening to early morning soreness after the braces tightening.  Not what I would describe as pain but a dull discomfort that seems to quickly dissipate as the day drags on.  ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2009/10/braces-update-september-17-2009/ Yesterday I mentioned to DH about the names Frick & Frack... Seemed like it was an allusion to something or someone but wasn't sure? He looked the info. up in Wikipedia http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frick_and_Frack. The following poem is adapted from a eulogy given by Charles Osgood of CBS Sunday ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2009/08/frick-frack/ Just another routine visit. Dr. B placed the spring on the right lower side instead of the left lower side to help close another small gap. I guess he thought the lower left didn't warrant a spring this time. I almost walked out of the office when ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2009/08/braces-update-august-20-2009/ It is customary for Jake to greet me warmly in the morning, shadowing my every move. Late afternoon it was just Jake and me. He loves his back caresses and tummy rubs and practically demands it daily by signaling with head butts, licks, and slinking his body down ... http://angela.andrewandangela.com/2009/08/jake-dreamland/