Re: Pre surgery orthodontic molds

September 23, 2005

My OD took a set of molds when he thought I might be ready for surgery

which was like you, about 9 months into treatment. He sent them to my

OS to evaluate if the surgeon likewise thought I was ready based on

the models. As it turned out, I was ready so that was the only set

taken by my OD prior to my sx. (I had another set taken at my preop

for my OS). I do know however that if I wasn't considered ready by my

OS at that time, I would have continued with ortho treatment, and then

we would have tried all over again with new molds being forwarded for

a new evaluation..... until I was ready for Sx. So! Based on my

experience, this could be a one time thing, or a repeat occurance.

I've read on this site of people who have multiple sets taken to keep

the OS informed of progress, or for the OS to give input as to how

treatment should progress. I guess that is also a possibility. I am at

least the personality type that wants answers to my Many! questions.

If you have questions, definitely ask him. If he is busy, make a point

of asking receptionist to scheule you some extra time to touch base

with your OD regarding your surgery progress. If the receptionist is

aware, she can let the Dr. know you have some questions and he can

make time for that. As it is your mouth, you should be kept informed.

Sometimes, that is a matter of needing to assert yourself a little!

Squeaky wheel gets the oil, as they say. Good luck and I hope you find

out you're close or ready!! Let us know how it goes and I hope this

was a little bit helpful!

Katja

> Hi, I was wondering, how many times does the orothodontist usually

> take molds with the braces on before surgery. My orthodontist is not

> very forthcomming with info. I have had my braces on for nine months

> and just had molds taken. He didn't tell me anything about the

> surgery, so I was just wondering, does this mean I am getting close,

> or do they take molds often?

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