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<p>This is a great idea since the mouthpieces are larger and would put less pressure on teeth. </p>
<p>Another thought would be to ditch middle school band (obviously, the band director is one reason why your son doesn’t want to continue), take private lessons at your own pace and then pick up high school band. By then, the transition to braces and playing his instrument will have worked itself out.</p>