I hate getting impressions at the orthodontist and dentist who is with me?

Question

I would also like some tips to handle them because I have a gagging problem.

Answer 1

I hate them too, I had to get some a couple of weeks ago. The best thing to stop yourself from gagging is to close your eyes and swallow alot. If you keep swallowing it will stop you from needing to gag. I do that sometimes at the doctor when they check your mouth. I hope I helped!

Answer 2

i hated getting impressions at the ortho its nasty bc the mold like sticks and stays in ur mouth. plus the taste is horrible.

Answer 3

Breathing thru your nose will keep you from gagging. Dont concentrate on it, its not that bad.

Answer 4

I had them when I got my braces. I have a easy gag reflex and I thought I would gag and end up puking on the nurse, xD. But I didn't gag at all. It was my first time, but when she did the bottom, I could feel the beginnings of a gag coming on, but it never happened.

Answer 5

I don't mind. It's just something that has to be done.

Try to relax and just go with the flow.

Answer 6

I hate them too =[

but what i do is try to take my mind off of it because it wwill only take a few seconds though it is really uncomfortable. Just think of other things and it will be over before you know it =]

Answer 7

Trust me it sucks.It has no flavor and it is horrible,but I really don't have any tips but just ask your dentist or if you are getting braces orthodontist

Answer 8

i too, hate having impressions done. what i did when i most recently had mine done was after the stuff was in my mouth like it was supposed to be, I tilted my head towards the floor, that way the gooey stuff couldnt drip to the back of my throat and make me gag. This really helped alot!

Answer 9

I'm with you

Answer 10

oh gosh I hate those things! once while I was getting my bottoms done for my retainer the stuff wasn't quite ready and she had to take it out and remix it and do it over

I gag really easy but they usually ask if I want numbing spray and wow does that taste gross..

I'm with you 100% on not liking them