In this episode of the Untethered podcast, Hallie Bulkin and her daughters, Lily and Mia, share their experiences with dental expanders and clear aligners. They discuss the feelings associated with getting and removing expanders, the transition to Invisalign, and the daily challenges and funny moments that arise during their orthodontic journeys. 

Hallie also provides an update on her own dental treatment, emphasizing the importance of airway health and the overall benefits of these dental appliances for both children and adults.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

✔️The experience of getting an expander can be uncomfortable but is manageable.

✔️Removing the expander can feel liberating and improve speech.

✔️Clear aligners offer more flexibility compared to fixed expanders.

✔️Daily life with Invisalign includes challenges like remembering to wear them.

✔️Kids can adapt well to orthodontic treatments with the right support.

✔️Funny stories often arise from the challenges of wearing dental appliances.

✔️Maintaining good hygiene and care for aligners is crucial.

✔️Airway health is an important aspect of orthodontic treatment.

✔️Parents should encourage kids to share their experiences with peers.

✔️Open communication about dental treatments can help alleviate fears. 

RELATED EPISODES YOU MIGHT LOVE

• Ep 331: Inside My MARPE Journey with Hallie Bulkin, MA, CCC-SLP, CMT®, CPFT™
• Episode 322: Child Expansion Journey: Real Talks with Lily and Mia

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