does it hurt when the orthodontist puts metal posts in you upper gums?
487542
No it doesn't really hurt that much. I had those back in the day when I had braces.. if it really would have hurt, I would remember it better! :)
539384
Yes, they hurt. Mine were painful for a day or so after I got them. They also hurt for a day after you get them tightened. Aside from that, though, they aren't particularly uncomfortable... and it really is worth it.\n\nI always got black, because it made my teeth look whiter. Pick colors that you like and won't get tired of after a week, because you're probably going to be stuck with those colors for a month at least.
326071
YES!...I have friends who have them and they say it works just like braces. They are more expensive buy think about it, its better than having metal wires in your mouth :-&#92; Go for it, the only thing that sucks about it is that you have to take them off if your going to eat anything but one again is not that bad then having braces :)
670780
First they will take casts of your teeth. This allow the orthodontist to map out your treatment and decide on placement of the braces. In some cases you might need to wear spacers or bands before getting the actual braces on. Once the orthodontist has your treatment planned, s/he will apply the braces. When I had mine put on they started by putting this big plastic ring around my gums to keep my mouth open and to suction salivia. They then cleaned my teeth and applied glue. Next the brackets go on and are dried (using something similar to what they use when drying cavity fillings). The final step is to put your wires in place. It was mostly painless.
1094975
It is uncomfortable, but you can bear it.  It does hurt... when you get them, when you eat, and every time you get a new wire.  \nBesides pain, it is uncomfortable to wash your teeth, you get the sensation that your mouth is full with food.\nYou have to take care of your teeth, because of all the food that remains, and because it is difficult to floss, in order not to get cavities. \n\nI suggest you to get them if you really have to.  I had them for two years, but I really needed them because, besides a pair, my upper teeth never touched my lower.  I also had two teeth taken out, to have enough space to move the other..  some people loose 4 or more to get space.  That is important to consider.. remember teeth don't grow up again.
621422
Hi,\nYes it is normal to be sore for a few days. Getting that temporary crown off can be a bit of a trip also. It should settle and should be more comfortable soon. Not sure if the post goes into the jawbone. There is a procedure that screws into the jawbone with a cap, but usually I think a crown is a post going up into the root canal. Sleepiness may be just your body reaction to the trauma of the day and telling you to have a rest,\nRegards,\n\nBuzz
1112574
I feel your pain.  I got TMJ after braces too.  But mine doesn't seem to be as bad as yours.  Just popping and pain and locking of my Jaw.  I sort of learned to deal with it cuz the treatments are too expensive.
986971
It hurts like hell!!!! It feels like something sharp is poking on the inside of ur gums.\n\nMaybe in ur case it will take longer. juss think of it as a blessing! Mother nature must really like u!\n\nand who wouldn't u look good. rock on girl!
186120
I had rubber bands when I had braces, &  it will allign your front and bottom teeth so it makes them more one on top of the other. It does make you sore for a few days when you first start, but it doesn't hurt any worse than getting them tightened every month.
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.
1005482
They do hurt. But believe me, they're worth it. Men love my teeth!
741311
No it will push your teeth that are bunched up out a bit so they look flat and more even, and braces help solidfy it and slowly move it, its basically all in the same thing to make your teeth straight or correct your jaw.  You will talk weird maybe the first day or two and be in some pain, but you get used to it after and everyhting is normal.
1167894
Yes, they hurt, but they are just the first of many things about having braces that will hurt, so get used to it.  Try taking some tylenol before you go to the ortho.  Other than that, there's not much you can do about it.
1065244
It shouldn't hurt. it all depends on if your dentist can administer anesthetic well. A lot of people think that is the toughest part. \n\nThen again it depends on how big the filling is and where it is located.
708598
You will get a gum infection. And your teeth probably will change from the position there are in now.
364526
Listen when your orthodontist out your braces on you it doesn't hurt, when he/she finishes your teeth and mouth will feel tight it will then begin to hurt a little but that depends on how in shape your teeth are. If any one tells you anything just flip them of and tell them to fuck themselves, because your going to have better, beautiful, teeth than them, I know, I have braces its not that bad. Don't believe any thing any one tells you except for those who have had braces, and your best friends okay.
463953
i have braces right now, they might be a little sore the first day or two (they diudnt for me), but not really bad, ask your orthodontist for something that might help ease any pain.  you'll probably have trouble cewing for thefirst day or two also, just because your mouth is getting used to getting bigger.  occupy yourself the best you can for the days following so you dont have time to think about it.  if you have any questions or problems with your braces IM me or e-mail me id be happy to help