That was always the recommendation I got, even as a teenager pre-braces. In the end, my parents opted for braces, which I had to wear twice for a total of 9 yea

That was always the recommendation I got, even as a teenager pre-braces. In the end, my parents opted for braces, which I had to wear twice for a total of 9 years. In the end, my 4 lower front teeth lost bone, so they were dangerously loose. I had a massive retainer to keep them stable for about 6 years. Last year, I finally had them removed and replaced with implants and crowns. I am much happier now, but it took over 15 years of pain, and roughly $30k. I have an expensive mouth.