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It's understandable to be concerned after what happened to your niece and your own teeth. If you're worried about her teeth moving when she's older, it may be worth asking your dentist for fixed retainers.
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Everyone's experience with braces can be different... some have gone through a long time of discomfort only to see the teeth go crooked again afterwards and some had braces for only a short time quite comfortably and the teeth remained straight for many years.
The most important thing is the correct diagnosis of the problem, application of the best treatment (sometimes it may mean treating early in childhood and correcting habits that contributed to the problem) and compliance with retention (wearing retainers and using fixed wire retainers).
If you feel that your daughter may need braces and are worried about any discomfort or long term results, discuss these with your dentist or orthodontist. There are many patients that have had braces and had a positive experience, and their teeth still look nice and straight.
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