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Getting braces at 23... situation/advice

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  1. eastontracks eastontracks is offline

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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:17pm)

    Ok. So I've got some over crowding on the upper area, and I've been wanting to take care of this forever. I went to the dentist today, and there are a few things the orthodontist was telling me that had me thinking. Also I researched how much braces normally cost so when they gave me their financing options it didn't surprise me, but was curious what advice you guys would consider.

    First, they mentioned I was not covered under the insurance of my parents b/c they only cover up until 22, obv bad beat, but I'm going to try and get that taken care of since I'm still a full time student. The dentist also seemed a little hesistant about getting braces started right away b/c maybe since I'm graduating soon I could find dental coverage with whatever company I'm with. Their plan costs $4,995. Is that about average?

    So I'm new about braces and the whole dental deal. I guess having braces is a little ice breaker for getting a job. But is choosing to do this basically with no coverage the right decision, or should I wait a little longer to get this taken care of? Having crooked teeth has been irritating for a few years now, and it's something I want to start and finish before I get any older.

    Cliff Huxtables:

    Should I get braces at 23 with no coverage, or should I wait until I get a job?
  2. LokiToki LokiToki is offline

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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:19pm) in reply to eastontracks

    gl getting laid
  3. xxACES UPxx xxACES UPxx is offline

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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:21pm) in reply to LokiToki

    ^^^ this and what about those clear fitting ones, metal braces gotta be brutal
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:22pm) in reply to LokiToki

     
    Originally Posted by LokiToki View Post

    gl getting laid

    ouch. thats harsh
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:24pm) in reply to philtage99

    cut off face IMO.
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:33pm) in reply to eastontracks

     
    Originally Posted by eastontracks View Post

    I guess having braces is a little ice breaker for getting a job.

    Employer: So, tell us a little about yourself.

    You: *Smiles*

    Employer: Holy shit!! Braces! That's incredible. And here I was thinking we wouldn't have anything to talk about.
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:35pm) in reply to eastontracks

     
    Originally Posted by eastontracks View Post

    I guess having braces is a little ice breaker for getting a job.

    It's prolly more of a deal breaker than an ice breaker.

    my advice: get the invisalign.

    EDIT: I'm a little late.
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:36pm) in reply to eastontracks

    just get a grill instead
     
  9. eastontracks eastontracks is offline

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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:37pm) in reply to 1.21Gigawatts

    hahah. exactly. it should be an insta hire.

    they also have the glow in the dark kind, but i think i'd get jumped if i were out in the club.
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:37pm) in reply to TheDude12424

    Get it done now...who cares about your age? I had braces until I was 22...I always found it ironic that the only people to make fun of me were the ones with ridiculously bad teeth.
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:38pm) in reply to BigEarn7

    Is it just your front teeth? Do you remember if he said anything about crossbite or being class 1, 2 or 3. Is the only reason because you want to eliminate crowding? The insurance isn't going to cover the whole amount anyway so forget that. Do you have insurance for oil changes, but you still go get them. You want Invisalign (clear trays that you wear for 2 weeks at a time) then change. It normally takes about 6 months to finish the case. Let me know where you live and I will find someone close to you that has done tons of cases that will do a free consult. You don't want metal braces at 23. Average price for both braces and invisalign is about 5000 to 5500
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:40pm) in reply to eastontracks

    EMPLOYER: Easton, I'll be honest with you. Your resume looks great... your credentials are outta this world... but I'm afraid you may not be exactly what we're looking --

    Eastontracks:


    EMPLOYER: When can you start?
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:42pm) in reply to eastontracks

    did they say anything about if invisaline (sp?) would work for you? i know they are a lot cheaper and obv not having metal in your mouth is +ev
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:44pm) in reply to eastontracks

    just move to england
  15. eastontracks eastontracks is offline

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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:47pm) in reply to Doc Holladay

    Hey thanks Doc. Yeah I remember him mentioning a class 2, and having an overbite I believe. I also figured insurance doesn't cover much to begin with, especially what we've got which is why I'm looking to take care of it asap. I would appreciate the information you could pull for me, I live in San Antonio, Texas, specifically area code 78023.
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 5:55pm) in reply to eastontracks

    If you were a chick i would get with you for this reason!
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 6:07pm) in reply to norcaljeff

     
    Originally Posted by norcaljeff View Post

    just move to england

    That. Seriously though braces aren't the end of the world. Anyways if you can I think you should wait and get a dental plan.
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    Jan 12th, 2009 (1/12/2009 6:13pm) in reply to Defndrofangels

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