I've had braces for about 6 months now, and every time I go in for an adjustment, the wire they put in feels totally different. Like, the first couple times it was just a little tightness, nothing crazy. But last week they put in a thicker wire and man, my teeth were sore for days. Eating anything harder than mashed potatoes was a struggle, lol.
It's weird because the assistant said something about "leveling wires" or something like that, but I didn't really get what she meant. All I know is each new wire seems to have its own personality—some hurt more, some less, some feel like they're pulling my teeth in completely different directions.
Just wondering if this is normal or if anyone else has noticed big differences each time they swap out wires. Does it eventually get easier or do I just have to brace myself (pun intended) every single appointment?
Totally normal! I remember when I had my braces, every adjustment felt like a new adventure in dental discomfort, haha. The thicker wires you're getting now are probably the leveling wires the assistant mentioned—they basically help line your teeth up vertically and horizontally, so they're doing some heavy lifting (or pulling, rather).
"Eating anything harder than mashed potatoes was a struggle, lol."
Been there... scrambled eggs and smoothies were my best friends for a few days after each appointment. Hang in there though—it does get easier eventually, or maybe you just get used to it. Either way, worth it in the end.
Yeah, those thicker wires definitely make their presence known. I remember after each adjustment, I'd mentally prepare myself for a few days of softer foods—soups and oatmeal were my go-to. It can feel like a slow process, but you'll start noticing subtle improvements soon enough. Honestly, the discomfort is temporary, and seeing your teeth gradually line up makes it worthwhile in the long run. Hang in there... you're doing great.
Totally relate to the soft food routine—I practically lived on smoothies and mashed potatoes after each tightening. Weirdly enough, I started looking forward to adjustments because it meant progress was happening, even if slowly. Hang tight, it gets easier each time.
Hang tight, it gets easier each time.
Reading your post brought back memories... I've had braces for nearly a year now, and honestly, each wire change still makes me anxious. The soreness varies a lot—sometimes it's manageable, other times it feels like my teeth are staging a rebellion. I get what the other poster said about smoothies; yogurt and soups have been my go-to. Can't say I'm looking forward to adjustments yet, but at least knowing others experience this helps ease the anxiety a bit.
