Think of nuts, pretzels, chips, corn on the cob, ect. If you have these foods/drinks and cannot brush afterwards, it is recommended to at least swish water around your mouth. You can get them whitened after treatment, but in the meantime remember to brush often and avoid foods/drinks that stain, such as coffee, tea, or wine. Develop staining or more yellow teeth.This is a normal sensation during treatment as your teeth are moving around. It should be fine and settle into place eventually. Do not wiggle your teeth around! Leave it alone. Alternatively, you can use other products if regular stick wax doesn't work for you: ( OrthoDots, GishyGoo) Make sure the area is dry so that it will stick. Break a piece off, shape it, and apply on the desired area. USE DENTAL WAX! Your orthodontist should have given you a packet. Develop "cuts" or sores inside your mouth.You can also try oral numbing cream if you need more pain relief. Take OTC pain medication, like ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Examples of soft foods: Eggs, yogurt, pudding, ice cream, applesauce, bananas, smoothies, oatmeal, mashed potatoes, very soft pasta, tuna, fish, soups, ect.While everyone's pain tolerance is different, it's recommended to eat soft foods if you do feel that you can't chew properly.
You probably won't be able to eat as easily as before. However, there will be discomfort and/or soreness felt afterwards. If you have questions about these topics, ask your orthodontist or set up a consultation. We won't be discussing treatment time frames, cost, or procedures (e.g. Please reach out to them with questions or concerns. As always, we are not a replacement for your orthodontist. Please note that this is NOT any sort of "official" guide, it is just a list of information gathered from the community. For specific questions about your treatment, please see your orthodontist!
New to braces? Looking for information before you get them placed? Here's a compiled list of tips, products, and general advice to help you get started. Last updated 7/17/21 and 7/19/21 - Added new source "How braces move teeth (time-lapse)" and "Insight from an Orthodontist's Administrative Assistant"
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