First Tightening...

I had my very first Ortho appointment since I have gotten my braces on! It was not too bad... at first. She just came up and upgraded my wire, put brackets on the rest of my teeth, and tightened them. I felt like my molars were going to fall out of my head!!! They were so sore the next three days, but they are feeling much better today. Thank goodness!!! I was ready to pull them out of my head! BUT I got good news! My teeth are moving pretty well and they said I can skip the next wire size! :) YAY! I also asked about my narrow top jaw, and if I would need an expander. My Ortho said that my top jaw is indeed slightly narrower, however it is for the most part an illusion because my bottom jaw is out so far. She said I would not need an expander, and that I have a special wire that is widening my pallate. I was pretty glad that I wasn't going to need any more metal in my mouth! I also have noticed a slight difference in the narrowness of my top jaw. It is actually a tad wider! I am seeing such an improvement in my crowding on the bottom as well. Overall I must say I am pleased at how well this is all going so far. I pray it stays that way. :)
Love and Support Always, Makay