This is one of the most common questions asked. You are not the only one wondering if you will be experiencing pain when you initially get your braces on and during the course of treatment.
Most people are pleasantly surprised at how little discomfort there is. The actual process of getting the braces on you will find very easy. We have even had patients fall asleep while getting them on. You can expect to have some tenderness for a week or so after they are placed. Taking Tylenol or what you usually take for discomfort helps alleviate the tenderness. Getting used to them in your mouth takes awhile. You will be given some soft wax to place over the braces. This is typically only needed for the first few weeks and then the inside of your mouth gets used to them.
Because of the newer technology the orthodontic wires are very thin and gentle and the braces are very small making the whole experience much easier than in the past.
The bottom line is, it will all be worth it when you see that beautiful healthy smile when the braces come off!
George Orthodontics
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