MOMMIE DEAREST?

A trip to the orthodontist, oh my. I'm told my daughter needs braces! I looked at the palette expander and practically fell down while putting on a brave face for my very excited and happy daughter as she moved herself up and down in the dental chair. With that xray, I'm sure your insurance will cover this said the dental assistant with only a first name placard. Will these braces make her feel just like one of the girls in junior high? Or, will the reality be much harder? Will it be painful? When I turn the palette expander, will I be hurting my child for the sake of a beautiful smile? If I could only ask Joan Crawford. What would Joan do?