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[quote=Anonymous]Saw the orthodontist today as recommended by our dentist. Orthodontist said that he'd recommend an expander for 8mos. and then a retainer at night and once all adult teeth come in, braces. No experience with an expander (I did invisillign later in life)...it sounds miserable and I'm concerned how it will impact his diet (he's already underweight). I asked what would happen if we didn't get the expander and the Dr. explained that he would likely need some teeth pulled before braces go in. I had teeth pulled as a kid and it seemed like no big deal. Am I crazy for thinking teeth pulling in the future is better than 8mos of potential misery? Not to mention the cost...what am I missing here?[/quote]
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