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Questions to consider for LP:
Is the palate correction solely an orthodontic issue, or are there related speech or other issues? If so, those issues might be good enough reason to start correction now, even if it does not mean the correction process will end a lot sooner.
Also, does the orthodontist see your daughter's situation as a stable one or a deteriorating one? One of our kids is getting some corrective measures (short of braces, though) at 6, with a mouthful of mostly kid teeth, on the ground that without correction the palate and teeth will (according to the orthodontist) become significantly more distorted before it is time for braces, making the work for the braces much more painful and difficult.
How well do you trust the orthodontist to be making the right call (you may have an easier time with this than many do, since you have experience with em as regular dentist as well)? It could be worthwhile to get a second opinion before going forward if you feel like the doc is pushing you.
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Thanks for your comments. Actually, she does has a speech issue. I just need more info. My husband took her to the appointment so I wasn't there to ask the questions. Since she lives right next door, I'll just ask her next time I run into her.
