My daughter spent years hiding behind an uncomfortable orthodontic frame that made her self-conscious at school. So when the most popular boy invited her to prom, I believed her life was finally changing for the better.
For two years, Elsie wore a complex orthodontic device that drew unwanted attention from classmates. Some students mocked her appearance, and over time she became quieter, avoiding photos and withdrawing from social situations she once enjoyed. I watched her confidence slowly fade during those years.
Smiles became rare, and she often kept her head down at school. As a mother, it was painful to see her lose her natural joy and openness. Then one…
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