Does getting braces hurt???
99754
Yes, your mouth is going to be sore after getting braces placed. Your mouth will also be sore every time you go to the orthodontist to have them tightened, which is usually once a month. An hour or so before every orthodontist visit, take 800 mg of Ibuprophen which will help with the discomfort. Take it again about 8 hours after seeing the dentist. Don't worry, you'll be fine.
47767
It doesn't hurt as much as people say getting them on.  The next few days will hurt because your mouth is getting used to it.  also, your lips might feel like they are bulging out because the braces are there, expecially on the bottom. Every time you go back and get the bands changed, it might hurt the day after, but just take some painkillers BEFORE you go.(you don't want to have to wait for it to work)If you have to wear headgear (this will be something you would have to wear attached to your braces to keep them in the same place, hopefully you won't have this) it will be uncomfortable, and if you must wear them when you sleep, it may be diffult to go to sleep at night, but you get used to it.  If you have to wear them during the day, I feel sorry for you, as it is a great embarrasment to most people.  also, your teeth will be more sensative so whatch what you eat.\nGood luck, and don't worry!
1148708
i have braces on and i have springs\ndont worry its all gona be ok\ntighten the braces is done by the doctor by removing the old wires and putting new ones and then pulling the new wires tell they get tighter so the adjust to the new look of ur teeth and pull ur teeth to the desired place and its not pain full dont worry :)\nand springs as they r called they are small springs, the doctor only uses springs when pushing away teeth from each other need an extra power
1024737
i have an overbite too! (i got mine on yesterday) ok u should call your orthidontist and them if they are going to put spacers in (they are painful, but it will get u ready for the pain of your braces and it won't make your braces as painful) (i think spacers are worse than braces but my braces arent killing me cause i had the spacers) ( i had a friend that didn't get spacers and she didn't eat for like almost 3 days cause he braces hurt so bad...)
171748
Braces hurt like heck! Take Tylonal or another pain killer, then chew gum while the medicine is in effect. You can also massage you gums by rubbing your cheeks/jaw with your fingertips in a gentle motion. Wax actually helps the wires from not poking your gum, but it doesn't help with the pain.
446563
Yeah it will probably hurt some, but they should give you some good pain killers! Also you might not be able to eat very well for a couple of days. I had jaw surgery where they broke my jaw and reset it and all 4 of my wisdom teeth cut out at the same time...talk about hurting.....:(
916531
well it hurts a bit,, but not much more than what it did when they put on the braces... You will find it odd to actually feel the smoothness now after having braces for so long..
763154
I think only you can determine if it's a "bad thing." \n\nMany others have mentioned a retainer, but it's not always about that. You have to assess the reasons you need/want braces a second time and ask yourself if it's worth the time, cost, and discomfort, then you will have answered your own question.  \n\nThere are a variety of reasons people endure braces twice. Having a healthy bite is every bit as important as the cosmetic aspects of having a great smile, so if it's about your bite, I would not say it's a "bad thing." The first time I had braces, my bite was not properly aligned even though my teeth looked straight. Ultimately, a misaligned bite has caused permanent damage and pain in my jaw (TMJ), as well as excessive wear on my front teeth. In order to correct my bite, I'm in braces again after 25 years! \n\nIs it a pain in the behind? You bet. Hurts like heck and I can't believe I didn't remember what a hassle all the cleaning is! And expensive, holy cow! BUT for ME personally, is it a BAD thing? Nope. I'm saving my teeth, correcting my bite, reducing my pain, and as a side benefit, my teeth will still be straight. \n\nLook at the pros and the cons from your own perspective, and you'll know the answer.
299760
they might. but remeber your braces will be on the outside of your teeth. not behind them. so you should be ok.
760021
I have braces right now and they only hurt for about four days. I also have two permanent retainers and they are pretty terrible. They aren't regular retainers, they glue them into your mouth. Drink milkshakes when you get them on. It numbs your gums and it soothes them too. \n\nWhat not to eat:\nGum (if you have to chew gum chew a sugarless kind)\nThings with caramel\nHard candy\nStarburst\nSkittles\nOther gummy candy\nNuts\nCorn on the cob (corn is fine as long as it isn't on the cob)\nApples and carrots (unless cut into peices)\n\n\n\nAnother thing: Don't put pens or pencils into your mouth. They can break brackets. \n\n\nI have never broken a bracket yet, but my bands have come loose and I have had a wire snap and they can hurt. (They were from eating Starburst) Just remember they don't hurt for too long, you will live, they will come off sometime. You will get used to your braces after a little while and you won't be able to feel them. Good luck!
395718
ahh! i remember spacers!\n\nA tylenol works pretty well. or advil. whatever. But any painkiller will work. haha. I rememebr taking a tylenol everytime I got my braces tightened. XD\n\nand do braces hurt? it really depends on your orthodontist. but yes, you usually will feel some pain. But when your orthodontist puts on braces or tightens them, you wont feel any pain at first. Just pressure and tension. haha. during that time is your oppurtunity to EAT AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE because baout 2 or 3 hours later your braces will HURT for the next few days... TT_TT\n\nBut it doesnt hurt 24/7. Just when you get them tightened which is about.. once a month.\n\nbut like a said. any painkiller works pretty well.
1140081
Not being able to eat Swedish Fish. lol\nIt's not painful, more like uncomfortable. Take Advil before you go, if you can take it. \nNo needles, no gas. It's a simple procedure. When you go, the assistant will clean up your teeth, talk to you, place  a rubber damn, and ortho cement, then the orthodontist will  place the brackets and bands if you need them on, then the wires. It takes around an hour. You will go every 6-9 weeks at first, then you have more frequent visits. Depending on your teeth they will stay on from 1-4 years, but it's all good. The end result is well worth it. A beautiful smile is well.... beautiful.\nI hope this is helpful.
501259
i have braces. its not a big deal, everyone just oos and ahhs. its actually pretty cool! and its worth it when u get them off and u have a great smile!
1059570
Not likely. Unless you have DENTAL insurance specifically, most regular health insurance companies consider braces to be a cosmetic procedure.
1047317
I had braces at the same age for three years, and that is false. While it is uncomfortable and makes your teeth feel like they are "cracking", you won't pass out. Braces are a pain, and it's rough having them. I used to cry becuase I just wanted them off. But it is worth it in the end! Follow your orthodontist's directions and you'll have them off ASAP! And take good care of your teeth so you won'y have to return! My sympathy with you, good luck :D
1178133
They are a little.... They are moving them to get the braces on. It's gonna be fun!\nJust wait. you will be sore but it will pass and you'll get use to it\n☺
912417
NOPE !!! don't worry about it, my boyfriend and I both wear braces and we have never gotten stuck. Just be careful not to hit each other when you are going to kiss, you might hurt each other that way. ;)