Klarinet Archive - Posting 000145.txt from 1995/09

From: NANCY BUCKMAN <ZNJB@-----.US>
Subj: Re: Missing Tooth
Date: Fri, 8 Sep 1995 10:56:09 -0400

I haven't experienced the tooth problem, but I do have experience with
the chin and orthodontists. I recently had my chin reconstructed
and my teeth repositioned (for the 4th time). Send me a phone number
and I will discuss this with you. Don't give up as there are people
willing to work with you and your student.Or call me at (D)410-541-
2316 or (N) 410-636-6461.
Nancy Buckman
znjb@-----.us

>Does anyone have experience dealing with a missing tooth and the clarinet
>embrochure?
>
>Ben is a 7th grade student who shows great promise as a clarinetest despite
>his obvious orthodonic problems. He has a severe overbite and almost no
>chin. Many people wonder how he can play with so many problems. He plays
>with a full tone and good intonation over the full range of the instrument.
>
>Today he was attacked by another student and lost a front top tooth. His
>parents have spoken to a dentist who doesn't understand the use of the
>teeth in the formation of his embrochure. They were told that an implant
>was an option, but would complicate matters later if they were to apply
>braces. He will not be able to try playing until his gum has a chance to
>heal.
>
> Does anyone know an othodontist that understands musicians? Will a
>temporary solution such as a bridge work? Are there other options? Any
>advice would be appreciated.

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