I have a daughter who is 15. She has some small fillings (not sure how many). She has had braces for about 4 yrs. She is showing some signs of hormonal imbalance - perhaps due to the metals? I am concerned about polycystic ovarian syndrome. I don't want to mess up her teeth by having the braces removed early (this orthodontist takes forever!), however, I will, if it will mean improvement in her hormone status. Is it possible to get a retainer made without metal or the pink, mercury-caused colour? <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> Has anyone dealt with this type of situation?