Think six is too young for braces? Or that you need to wait until all your baby teeth fall out? Orthodontics expert Dr. Daniel German says think again! He’s sharing why braces might actually hurt less for kids (spoiler: ice cream is totally doctor-approved) and how digital technology has made appointments a breeze. Got your braces off? Not so fast! From permanent vs. removable retainers to why bottom teeth love to shift (blame that growing jaw!), learn how to help keep your smile straight for life. And yes, he’s covering the truth about rubber bands, popcorn rules, and more. Tune in now!​

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