Andrew has started the long road of orthodontics. He had been recommended to get a consult after his last cleaning and check up. The orthodontist said that Andrew needed an expander in the roof of his mouth (just like his mother had), so that they could widen his upper jaw. The hope was that it would eliminate his overbite in the front and the cross bite in the back. The plan is to have the expander for 6-8 months and then he will get braces in a couple of years when he has more of his permanent teeth. Andrew has been a champion with his expander so far. He is very responsible about it. He doesn't try to eat things that he shouldn't, he brushes well, and carries around the tools that help him clean it out if food gets stuck up there. Way to go Andrew!
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Oh what fun...we'll be there too shortly!
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