Blog — braces pain relief

5 Tips to Get Rid of Brace Pain or Discomfort 0

If you want to achieve the smile of your dreams then having braces fitted or wearing removable braces is definitely worth it. That isn’t to say that you still won’t experience some level of discomfort or pain after you get your brace fitted for the first time. However, this is only temporary and the idea of having straight teeth will outweigh any discomfort, plus there are always ways to relieve the brace pain.

Tips for solving simple Braces Emergencies at Home 0

Here at Northenden House Orthodontics, our entire team want to ensure your journey is as comfortable as possible and that also includes dealing with brace emergencies.

With that in mind, here is some advice and information about some things you can do to fix minor problems at home.

Clear braces: how long can I expect to be in treatment? 0

As a treatment that is rapidly increasing in popularity in the dental market, clear braces can pose a number of benefits to the patient.

Previously, the only method of treatment for those with mal aligned teeth was traditional ‘train track’ braces. An eye-catching option with an average treatment length of 24 months, traditional braces are often approached with a sense of disdain – particularly amongst adult patients. However, due to developments in dental technology, there are now alternative treatments for patients to take.

First Days With Braces: What Can I Expect? 0

While some discomfort is common in the first days after braces, there is no reason to be anxious about getting braces—regardless of age. Remember to ‘keep your eyes on the prize’ - the bigger picture - which is a lifetime of straight teeth, a feeling of well-being and, of course, that great smile.

5 Tips for Braces Pain Relief 0

Sometimes we have patients coming in for brace treatment that think that braces are very painful, but there is actually not much pain or discomfort after you get used to wearing braces. You may feel some discomfort right after the orthodontist puts the braces on and when your wires are tightened, but there are ways to get pain relief from braces.