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How long will my mouth hurt after getting braces?
Mild pain or discomfort is a normal side effect of wearing braces. But you should only feel the discomfort immediately after your orthodontist places or adjusts your braces or wires. The discomfort typically disappears within four days, and braces pain rarely lasts longer than a week.
Why do braces hurt so bad at first?
Braces hurt when you first get them because this is when they exert the most force. When you first get braces, your teeth are far from the places where your braces are trying to move them. Thus, there is more push/pull on the brackets. As your teeth get closer, the force is less.
Do braces ever stop hurting?
After five days to a week, any initial discomfort associated with the braces should be gone or much improved. The teeth will have gradually acclimated to the braces, and eating should be much easier.
Are braces supposed to cut your lip?
Prior to undergoing braces treatment, many patients worry that braces will cut their tongue or lips. The truth is that when braces are applied correctly by a highly skilled and experience orthodontist like Dr. Sims, patients should not experience any cuts.
Why do my teeth hurt randomly with braces?
It is completely normal for teeth to hurt at random times. As your teeth move into proper alignment, you can experience temporary pain and discomfort at any point.
Can I put Vaseline on my braces?
A lip balm or petroleum jelly can help soothe dry or chapped lips. If you find that your braces are chaffing or rubbing uncomfortably against your lips, consult your dentist. As your tongue adjusts to the feeling of braces, it may catch on the brackets or get poked by the wire.
Can you sleep with wax on your braces?
Can you wear orthodontic wax while sleeping? It’s totally fine to use orthodontic wax overnight, especially if you sleep face down and the braces are more likely to cause irritation to your mouth. If you swallow some wax while you sleep it’s non-toxic and won’t hurt you.