I went to see my ortho in Philly a total of 3 times in August, once when I had the expander installed and then 2 check-ups. The new car I got ended up at least making the drive more comfortable and exciting. Although, that was not without the complications of bathroom quasi flooding which then leaked through the dining room ceiling and onto the dining room table nearly destroying my old car’s title the day before we traded it in. Water in the bathroom Fixing the shower valve I turned the key in the expander about 25 times. Each time you turn the key, it’s ¼ of a millimeter. Fully expanded, I ended up with about a 6mm gap, more than last year. * Side note: I ran into my Baltimore ortho at the grocery store. I tried to hide, but there was not a chance and she saw me. She was incredibly nice and excited for my journey which was also impossible to hide with my 6mm gap. I'm ...