My Orthodontist Finally Answered My Extraction Question | Monthly Braces Update

We’re back with another Monthly Braces Update! 🦷✨ So in this video, I’m sharing what went down during my February orthodontist visit. I finally asked my orthodontist something that’s been on my mind for a while, "Were the premolar extractions really necessary for my braces?" Honestly, it felt a little weird asking her that question (lol), but I did it anyway. And of course, I’m sharing what she said and how the appointment went in this video. As usual, there are a bunch of little stories, updates, and thoughts about my braces journey and treatment progress, to catch up on. If you’re also on your own braces journey, thinking about premolar extractions, or just curious about what happens during monthly braces adjustments, you might find this helpful too! Time stamps⏱️ 0:00 Intro 0:42 Movement 3:15 Powerchains 4:32 Wires 5:31 Discussion (asked my Ortho about My Extractions) 9:28 My Take on Extractions 10:02 Family History of Flaring 13:21 Lessons Learned 16:06 Expectations =============================================================== To give you a background, I am undergoing my second orthodontic treatment. I decided to redo the procedure since I wasn’t satisfied with the first result. If you want to track the progress of my teeth, please feel free to subscribe to my channel! 🦷 You can check out my monthly braces update here. 🤓 My Braces Journey 2026 Don't forget to check out my monthly braces updates at the end of each month to see my progress! 📅 January:    • Video   I have a video showing how my teeth progressed 2 years after my premolars were extracted.    • What Happened after my Premolar Extractions ?   You can watch this video if you want to know the story behind my first orthodontic treatment. 🎥    • Video   Disclaimer: I’m not a licensed dentist or orthodontist. Everything I share here is based on my own braces journey and what I’ve learned along the way. This video is meant to give general information and personal tips, but it’s not a substitute for professional dental or orthodontic advice. For any concerns or decisions about your treatment, please ALWAYS consult your orthodontist. :)