Just got braces extremely tightened, anything to help relieve pain?
600031
unfortunately, nothing will truly take away the pain.  when the initial shock to the teeth and associated structures fades, you'll feel better.  typically it's fine a day or two later.  \n\nyou are correct in taking motrin/ibuprofen.  the key is to take the right amount.  the maximum daily dose of ibuprofen is 3200mg.  the typical prescription from your dentist would be 800mg every 6-8 hours.  the key is to keep the levels of the medication at a consistently high level for a few days to relieve the pain.  if you take only a pill or 2 at 200mg each once or twice a day, you'll get no relief.  be sure that your medical history allows for you to take the medication.  \n\ntylenol/acetaminophen or aspirin can also be used as an alternative.  some people have success with excedrin, which has tylenol, aspirin, and caffeine all in one pill.  good luck.  only time will heal it...
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..
217648
Use a monkey wrench...\n\nWell the same thing happend to me, and the sad news is that you have to go to your orthodontist, maybe theres no need for braces, maybe he can make a new retainer and fix them a little, however go and see him (her) cause maybe your teeth are going to move more.
919938
I have braces now.  They only hurt for a day or two after each visit then you overeat becasue you are hungry from when you couldn't eat.  You could lose weight but braces do not impede on eating all that much.
926375
believe it or not i just got my braces off on tuesday, after having them for 2 yrs and 4 months. i went through pretty much everything orthodontal from rubber bands to a palate expander to retainers and "tongue cribs" (you don't even want to know); I think u get the picture. So i guess u could say I'm pretty much an expert on this sort of thing. Soft foods, of course, would be the thing to go with. I'd honestly have to say soup. Ice cream's good too. Or yogurt or even mac and cheese - basically anything soft and anything that u feel comfy eating. Good luck - and I'm sure your smile will soon be absolutely gorgeous!
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!
942094
i have braces and when i first got them the bad pain lasted bout 3-4 days i think and then it was a little bit painful for a week and then it was all ok. when u get them tightened they do hurt but not as much and as for as long as when u first get them
286351
Going to the dentist.depending on where you live there are emergency dentist that will work you in. Also a damp tea bag will relieve the pain. I know I am a retire dentist:)
433749
no pain-novacine is amazing.  when i had to get braces, i had to get a tooth pulled.  i needed 4 shots of novacine, because the roots were so deep, and after the shots were given, i felt no pain at all.  the shots hurt a bit, but they are pretty fast.  the pain from the shots is like stabbing your gums witha fork.  the pain goes away really fast after you start breathing, and realizing that the dentist took teh needle out of your mouth already
332959
no worries after the 3rd month braces are like 2nd nature u cant feel them and when u get them adjusted it wont hurt as bad. ive had mine for 2 years almost 3 now and im so use to it. if u place the wax on ur tooth with dry dry fingers and not a lot of spit around ur tooth it sticks better. also stay away from hard candy like breath mints iv broken offl iek 3 breakets doing it and that crap they use taste NASTY!! ice helps with the pain also hot tea or water just to soothe ur gums. when u brush tonight just brush gently so it doesnt hurt and carry some advil. good luck with em
903968
hey, i had braces for 2.5 years.. ijust got them off earlier this year... those rubber bands are a pain... just take some aspirin... itll go away after a few days.. but the bad thing is that each time you get them adjusted... it will hurt for a day or two again... good luck, but keep your mind on the goal... beautiful teeth... well worth it!
745129
I would do stretches each morning before you start your day to get you loosened up.  Take a tylenol for the pain, a warm bath w/ epson salt relaxes your muscles at the end of the day!\nHeating pads also help...try webmd.com they have alot of medical advice
952085
for the first 3-4 days they hurt pretty bad then they only hurt a little bit for about a week after that then they dont really hurt until you go back and get them tightened or whatever. by thanks giving (what is that anyway, im from australia lol) well i kno you eat food at it lol so they shouldnt be too bad by then i wouldnt think. just chew slowly, eat soft foods, and dont try and bite into them, cut up your food. good luck
108116
As it is a stress-related ailment, you want to allow the jaw to relax as much as possible.  I don't think any particular food by itself would make the pain worse, but I would avoid steaks, chops, Twizzlers, salt water taffy, walnuts... \n\nYou get the picture.  Eat something smooth and soothing.  Try a risotto or a soup or something.
18473
It might sound silly, but just forget about your braces!  If you walk into school tomorrow and instead of complaining about your braces or trying to hide them, just smile and talk with your friends and don't worry about them.  You will be surprised that most people will not even notice them.  And even if they do, enough other people have braces, they will get used to your slightly changed appearance in a couple of days.  \nDo see what your Ortho recommends for pain for the first few days - it will help you feel better and make it easier to talk and eat without pain.  Also take a toothbrush to school and brush your teeth after lunch so that you don't have unsightly food stuck in them.  This also has the added benefit of preventing white spots on your teeth when the braces are removed.\nRemember, it could be much worse, you could have had to have top and bottom braces or head gear or any of the other innumerable more obvious appliances.\nOn a personal note, I had braces (top & bottom, metal) from 6th grade until 12th grade and I can't remember anyone ever making a disparaging comment about them and they certainly didn't hurt my dating life!
666475
definitely some orajel or a similar type product would help along with some Tylenol or similar item, till you can get to the dentist, but in the meantime if you have some aspirin  you can rub it right  on the area that hurts, along with trying to numb it  by  holding something cold on the outside of your mouth in that area -if cold does not help you can try warm... hope you feel better!
973522
Awww, I remember when I got my braces on, just eat soft food, such as apple sauce, jello, oatmeal (sounds gross, but it comes in different flavors) and try making yourself some fruit smoothies with fresh fruit and yogurt and ice. Also, eat ice cream. Take some Tylenol (sp??) and they should stop hurting within the next week. Good luck and I hope you teeth turn out beautiful!