Braces, retainers, and all other mouth hardware offer a rite of passage for the awkward years. This hardware affects self-esteem, finances, executive functioning and more. Thanks to a beautiful listener question, we unpack all the ways that orthodonture impacts adolescents… and their parents. Show Notes:Order our book <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/723035/this-is-so-awkward-by-cara-natterson-md-and-vanessa-kroll-bennett/">This Is So Awkward</a>Check out all our speaking and curriculum at <a href="http://www.lessawkward.com/">www.lessawkward.com</a> and our super comfy products at <a href="http://www.myoomla.com/">www.myoomla.com</a>To bring us to your school or community email <a href="mailto:operations@lessawkward.com">operations@lessawkward.com</a>To submit listener questions email <a href="mailto:thepubertypodcast@gmail.com">thepubertypodcast@gmail.com</a>Watch the full episode on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsax_VkprOFpF834tGw4xiuChCMlm8rOb">Youtube</a>!Produced by <a href="https://www.peoplesmedianetwork.com/">Peoples Media</a> Learn more about your ad choices. Visit <a href="https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices">podcastchoices.com/adchoices</a>

NOW WHAT?! Orthodonture Woes

Growing up is packed with awkward moments… not just for the kids going through it, but for their adults, too. Dr. Cara Natterson and Vanessa Kroll Bennett are here to help, with humor and zero judgment. They explain the science behind all of the physical, emotional, and social changes of the tween, teen, and even early 20-something years.&nbsp;

From body changes and big feelings to every imaginable blush-worthy question about friendships, sex, and social media, we cover it all. Trade in your cringe for clarity so it can all be less awkward!

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