Before you post or comment, please read the Braces Guide pinned at the top of the subreddit. My mom's the one turning it and she can't see the second hole towards the back of my mouth. This is how I had to turn my expander. You missed one day and you can't do anything to "catch up" and make up for it. I forgot to turn my expander for a week. This forum is for discussions relating to oral surgery for orthodontics. For questions and discussion on the topic of braces! We can't really give you any specifics for your treatment, your Ortho might be a better judge. 4 years ago. This is my fourth day, and the first two days went fairly well with the turning and we were able to see the hole towards the back of my mouth and then the third day, we lost it. Does anyone else move it from back to front? Answer Save. by IHeartUnionJ » Fri Nov 09, 2012 5:58 pm, Powered by phpBB® Forum Software © phpBB Limited. Ask what you should do now. Turn it today. Post I forgot to turn my expander yesterday. Source(s): 18 years dental and oral surgery office experience. Are there supposed to be two holes or just one? They'll probably either have you turn it more often to make up the missing turns, or just start turning on the schedule you already were. Welcome to /r/braces! Looks like you're using new Reddit on an old browser. share. 1 Answer. It's no big deal. Question. Post This happens all of the time. I have to turn it twice (M,TH) a week and I’m pretty sure I forgot to do it last week too, and I know I didn’t do it on Monday. I have to turn it twice (M,TH) a week and I’m pretty sure I forgot to do it last week too, and I know I didn’t do it on Monday. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. by sauerkraut » Sat Jul 30, 2011 3:03 pm, #7 I turned my expander from back to front as well. I think my expander is backwards, because I have to move it the other way from the way in the video. To enable Verizon Media and our partners to process your personal data select 'I agree', or select 'Manage settings' for more information and to manage your choices. How to Turn My Upper Expander - Duration: 3:04. My teeth are already moving as slow as they are, so I can imagine I’ll have this thing for a year 1 comment. I've never come across anyone else on this board who did it that way so...pleased to meet you, ↳ Click HERE for Registration Info and Message Board Rules, ↳ Articles About Braces -- for Newbies and Others, ↳ Invisalign-type Braces (Clear Aligners), ↳ The Naked Tooth (Retainers and Life After Braces), ↳ Dental Do-dads (Dental Products Q's and Comments), Re: Lost the hole in my expander... Help :(, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a8kk0aeUw90. My mom's the one turning it and she can't see the second hole towards the back of my mouth. Don't forget to use the search bar as well. Problem solved with a little bit more researching. Cookies help us deliver our Services. hide. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. Post It has only been 3 days of turning so I don't know if the gap is becoming bigger or smaller. #1 We and our partners will store and/or access information on your device through the use of cookies and similar technologies, to display personalised ads and content, for ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. What do I do? by gettingbraces44 » Sun Jul 31, 2011 1:00 pm, #8 How far will I be behind? by gettingbraces44 » Fri Jul 29, 2011 9:15 am, #2 Post By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. I just hope I'm not moving it the incorrect direction. Thanks for visiting, and good luck on your orthodontic journey! 100% Upvoted. Call your orthodontist and be honest. Tell them you didn't make the turns you were supposed to. 1 0. by gettingbraces44 » Fri Jul 29, 2011 9:24 am, #3 Favorite Answer. The site may not work properly if you don't, If you do not update your browser, we suggest you visit, Press J to jump to the feed. Post My teeth are already moving as slow as they are, so I can imagine I’ll have this thing for a year . Creekvieworth 6,986 views. It may answer many of your questions. by Van'braces » Sat Jul 30, 2011 8:44 am, #5 Are there supposed to be two holes or just one? Relevance. save. The surgeons moved it a few mm already, but I'm not sure which way, and there is a gap from that movement, but my ortho told us to move it in the complete opposite direction from the way the video is showing. Still have questions? Lost the hole in my expander. Lost the hole in my expander. If we mistakenly didn't turn it all the way, can we somehow reverse it ourselves and then turn it back the other way? You can change your choices at any time by visiting Your Privacy Controls. This is my fourth day, and the first two days went fairly well with the turning and we were able to see the hole towards the back of my mouth and then the third day, we lost it. report. Find out more about how we use your information in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. Post Lv 7. by gettingbraces44 » Sat Jul 30, 2011 12:50 pm, #6 by gettingbraces44 » Fri Jul 29, 2011 9:31 am, #4 Yahoo is part of Verizon Media. 3:04. How far will I be behind? There was a little hole in the arch of the expander (which is on the roof of my mouth) which the "key" fit into. Post You're fine. bamaalice. A message board for adults and older teens in dental braces or retainers, or who may undergo jaw surgery. Watch as Dr. Burkland's office demonstrates how to turn both upper and lower expanders. Post