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He said by fixing the crossbite with an expander, there is a chance it would better line up the upper teeth center to the lower teeth center, eliminating need for braces. It may or may not work on the centering. Treatment time is 1 year. If the top & bottom are not lined up perfectly (off by 1/4...

My son (12) has a crossbite on one side, & the top & bottom centers are about 1/4" off. If not fixed, the ortho said this "could" cause jaw problems later. I'm hesitant to go with braces... Ortho dr. said if he puts in an expander to fix the crossbite it may or may not center ...

Are Damon braces just as good, or better, as the regular braces with the rubber bands? Price-wise are they more expensive? Thanks in advance.