Discomfort and mild pain are common side effects of wearing braces in Chandler. But, this discomfort is felt only when your orthodontist places braces or adjusts your wires. This pain disappears within few days. However, when you get braces for the first time, it is common to feel pain in your cheeks for a week.
How Do Braces Work in Chandler?
Braces work by exerting force on your teeth and moving your teeth slowly through the soft gum tissue of your mouth. It is done with wires connected to brackets which in turn are cemented onto your teeth. The wires slowly push the brackets and move your teeth. This small constant pressure makes your teeth and gums much more sensitive.
Braces in Chandler can be uncomfortable because your mouth is not used to having wires and brackets in it. The sharp edge of your bracket and wire might seem to be poking into your cheek and gum.
Why Do Braces Hurt?
Braces hurt because they put stress on your teeth to realign your smile. This pressure or stress makes your teeth and gums sensitive. The more closer your teeth are the less pressure is applied.
How To Make Braces Stop Hurting?
If your braces are hurting you, here are some simple tricks to ease the pain:
- Be gentle with your teeth and eat soft food like mashed potatoes, or soup that lets you get the nourishment you need without putting pressure on your teeth.
- Applying ice packs near your cheeks. Ice packs offer the same kinds of benefits as ice creams. It will reduce inflammation without extra calories.
- Over-the-counter pain medication can provide lasting relief for all kinds of braces pain.
If you are looking for braces treatment in Chandler, visit our dentist, Dr. James Heaton, at Smiles of Chandler. For more information call us at (480) 899-9484 and schedule an appointment today or visit our website: https://bit.ly/3gzxeUV