Managing Braces Pain & Discomfort
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Managing Braces Pain & Discomfort
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19 discussionsHow long does the post-adjustment ache actually last for you?
Every time I get my braces tightened, I swear it feels like the soreness lasts longer than the last time. Usually, it’s a couple days, but this week…
Wax vs. mouth rinses for braces-induced mouth ulcers—what actually works better?
Braces are a pain (literally), and for me, the worst part has been those annoying little canker sores popping up where the brackets rub. I’ve tried both orthodontic…
What if braces didn’t have to hurt so much?
Imagine you’re about to get braces, but you could somehow skip all the aching teeth and mouth sores. Like, what hacks would you try - or wish you’d…
Moving my jaw around after tightening: does it even help?
Every time I get my braces tightened, the pain just hits different. Like, I know it’s “normal” but sometimes it feels like my whole face is in a…
Weird tricks for stopping braces from tearing up my cheeks?
I swear my cheeks are getting shredded by these braces, especially after they tighten them. Dental wax helps a bit but keeps falling off when I eat. Anyone…
What foods did you give up or swap after getting braces?
Curious - did you totally ditch crunchy stuff or just cut back? I basically lived on mashed potatoes for the first week, haha. Anyone actually stick to the…
If Your Braces Hurt Like Crazy At Night, What’s Your Go-To Fix?
Imagine you just got your braces tightened (again), and it’s one of those nights where the ache just won’t quit. You’ve already tried the usual saltwater rinse, but…
Finally got through the jaw aches—braces aren’t all bad
I used to dread every adjustment because my jaw would ache for days, sometimes even making it hard to eat or talk much. But honestly, after a few…
If mashed potatoes could talk: surviving those first days after getting braces
Picture this: you’ve just left the ortho’s office, your mouth feels like it’s been in a boxing match, and your fridge is suddenly full of pudding cups and…
Finally figured out how to eat pizza without crying
Took me a couple months, but I can actually eat pizza again without wanting to rip my braces off. Chewing used to be a nightmare, especially with stuff…
