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I got my first tightening. I have a palatal expander. I have noticed one of my molars is going buck from my expander pushing it out. I have also noticed my bottom teeth which were crowded are fanning upward and out. It looks worse than before, although they aren't as crowed. It's frustrating. I talked with my ortho's assistant and she told me sometimes they do get worse before better as the have to expand my bite to make room for my teeth--then they will work on straightening them. Anyone else experience this?
I haven't experienced anything worse yet (though I had teeth removed so the weird crowding isn't something that will prob happen with me) but LOTS of people on this message board have discussed this. totally normal.
four bicuspids removed 1/3/06
clear uppers and metal lowers placed 1/5/06
timeframe for braces: 24-30 months
yes i went through the same situation...i can swear that about 6 months after i got my braces fitted, teeth were looking worse than in the beginning. It's scary but that's the way it sometimes is
Thanks, I just needed that validation that it's okay for it to happen. Going through the braces diaries was very encouraging to see challenging teeth situations turn into beautiful smiles.
