Zach at the Orthodontist

Zach has finally come to a stage with his orthodontic work that he his having major work done on his teeth. The Dr. thinks that by April he will have his braces on. Here are a couple of pics of the last few weeks. We have been going every week for the last 3 weeks and have 3-4 weeks where we have to go weekly.


January 18, 2008 Week 1

Zach went in this week to have xrays and spacers put in between his teeth. No to bad

January 23, 2008 Week 2

Took the spaces out and fitted him for his bands that will go on the top back teeth. These bands will hold the appliance that he will wear for 3 months.

They took a mold of this top teeth so they can attach the bands to the appliance that will go on the top of his mouth.


January 28, 2008 Week 3

This is Dr. Graff. He thought I was a great mom because I brought my camera. So he said I could take his picture with Zach. I like him because he calls Zach, "Zacharoo" We have only one other friend that calls him that, so we thought it was kind of funny when he said that to Zach.

This is what Zach looked like after they cemented in the appliance. This appliance is at the top him mouth and everyday I have to tighten it with a key. Zach is doing good, but he hurts for a couple of hours after we tighten it. We go back next week to see if this is working, if it is not the Dr. said that he will have to have some surgery on his jaw. Keep your fingers crossed we will not have to have that done. We will keep you updated.