What to know after getting braces?

What to know after getting braces?

In order to help you feel more comfortable with your braces, here’s a list of five tips for surviving the first week:

• Be prepared leaving the orthodontics office.
• Be careful what you eat with braces.
• Use wax to fight sores in your mouth.
• Rinse your mouth with saltwater.
• Always practice good oral hygiene.

What happens in the first month of braces?

If you feel serious pain, call us right away. Instead, most patients have some sensitivity and mild aching in their teeth and jaws that starts the first day of braces, usually a few hours after you get them put on. You might also have sensitivity following adjustments. It’s minor and goes away quickly.

Can I brush my teeth after braces?

Your teeth will feel some soreness after having braces put on for the first time. Even though your teeth may feel tender, you do still need to brush your teeth. Any discomfort you may experience is only temporary.

What do you need to know before getting braces?

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What won’t your friends and family tell you about your braces?

Here are ten thing that your friends and family won’t tell you about your braces. 1. They aren’t supposed to hurt.

Is it bad to go to a dentist for braces?

While this is not always a bad thing to do, the reality is that dentists don’t have the same training as orthodontists. There is always a chance that your dentist could fit the braces wrong and you’d have to pay more to get them fixed. So, do it properly first time around.

Do braces correct more than just looks?

But, braces correct more than just looks. The orthodontist who assigns and follows your treatment examines your entire mouth during consultations. Plus, they examine your jawbone and jaw alignment since your teeth influence your bite.