We entered phase one of orthodontia today. Maddie has a very small palate and no room for any permanent teeth. She's already had 8 baby teeth pulled (she loves to tell people she's only "lost" 2 teeth!). The two teeth on either side of her top front teeth came in behind her baby teeth and were affecting her bite. So enter phase one of braces!
The pre-smile
One last look at the bunny teeth (Theo thinks they are hysterical!).
I really like Dr. Sonis, the orthodontist. He's funny and kind. We had to pick out Maddie's back to school outfit before her appointment so she could chose the bands that would match - pink and silver. She actually has all of her bands picked out through December! What a fun treat at each appointment. They didn't have that option when I was in braces.
Hooray! She made it. She was so very brave.
She had a lot of pain the first two days. And no wonder...
Look at how her teeth were before braces.
And two days later - the movement of the side and front teeth!
2 comments:
Oh.my.word. Now that is AMAZING progress--and in only 2 days!!! So proud of her bravery! :)
Holy smokes! That's amazing for two days! She looks like such a lady :)
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