After Orthodontists pain?
543534
Tylenol or Motrin.  A gel ice pack helps too. This type of pain is temporary and the results are worth it in the long run.
1065890
I've never had them, but my little brother got them when he was 12 and didn't end up getting them off until he was 15.  The orthodontist wanted him to leave them on another year, but he was tired of the pain involved.  The braces themselves didn't hurt except about a day after each time they were tightened, but he got really bad canker sores from them and they cut up the insides of his mouth really bad.  What made it worse was the fact that he was in karate and every time someone would hit his face, he ended up with more cuts that turned into more canker sores.  He hated having them, but his teeth look really nice now.
222703
Yes, it is normal for you to still be sore and feeling discomfort... however, you should not be in excrutiating pain at this point.  If you are still experiencing severe pain then get back in to see your dentist as soon as possible.  Listen to your body... it always knows best.
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!
905015
1. after having the crown, if it is high it can cause pain as everytime you bite together all the pressure first hits this tooth,\n2. you say the root canal helped. but not after the injection had worn off, are u sure the root canal was really needed? as u may of felt the relief of the pain from the injection as oppose to the actually starting of root canal\n3. does the crown still feel high?, when u close ure mouth slowly together is the crown the first tooth u feel?\n4. i would suggest going back to the dentist, doctor will not help as they dont know much about dentistry,( not in uk anyway) \n5. you can also experince pain after an root canal so it could be one of many things, i think maybe ure dentist should of informed you of these things a little better.\ngood luck i hope u find a solution
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..
770622
I go to the chiropractor for scoliosis and TMJ. The first week I hurt because my muscles and spine were moving. It is completely natural for you to hurt. I took ibuprofen to take away some of the pain. After a couple of weeks you won't hurt anymore. That is, unless you miss a visit! ;-)
749116
It will go away take the strongest pain killer you can find and get some sleep try to stay off the side in pain. Your teeth are very sensitive right now, so put the front to use, and stay away from too hot or too cold foods. I've been through it, hope you feel better
725049
Sounds like you have a dry socket.  Since it's Sunday night, let me offer the following suggestion for tonight:\n\nBite on a moist piece of gauze exactly the way you did after your tooth was removed.  Keep changing the gauze as needed.  This will keep the air and saliva from getting in there and that is the cause of a lot of the pain.  You COULD get some benzocaine 20% (OraJel, etc) and put a dab on the gauze where it will touch the socket if plain gauze doesn't stop the pain.\n\nOf course, you already know that you need to see the dentist for proper treatment and best relief.
689614
Most often, there is not severe pain after a root canal, but since you are hurting, please call your dentist/endodontist and ask for instructions on what to do for the pain. Usually, a prescription for an antibiotic and something for the pain will be called in or written. Most offices have a weekend and after hours emergency answering service, or the voicemail message may give a number where you can reach the dentist/endodontist.  If you begin treatment now, you should be fine by next Thurs for the crown. Good luck, and hope you feel better.  Always consult your dentist for the best advice concerning your dental health.
125688
Your teeth are going to be a little bit sore because of the shifting of the bones.  It will not be extremely painful, only a minor bit.  The brackets might also rub against the lips, but orthodontists give you wax so that you can make tiny balls and put it over the bracket if it's bugging you too much.\n\nI'm currently working as an orthodontic tech, so I know what I'm talking about :)
824905
they hurt...just take some ibuprofein...if the braces are cutting your gums try dental wax and if that doesnt work call your ortho...they can prescripe something like they did for me.  it would numb your mouth
493249
It does sound horrible, but we must educate you on what we are doing.  99% of patients are completely fine with no pain during or tenderness afterward.  If you have tenderness after, take 800mg motrin and use warm salt water rinses. \nI have never had a patient ask for the procedure to be stopped. By the time the numbness is gone, so is any soreness.
619884
I have had braces on for about 6 months now. 1st you get "spacers" put on your very back teeth, and you wear them for 1 week then you get your braces put on. Spacers are little blue rubber bands that make room in between your teeth so the braces can go on. I thought that this part was worse than getting the actual braces put on. It feels like you have huge Pisces of meat stuck in between your teeth. It is really sore when you bite down, with them on, so plan to eat soft foods for a week or so. Then when it comes time for your braces you feel like your lips are being pushed out and that they look huge, but that feeling goes away within a week or less. And once a month you go to your orthodontist to get your braces adjusted or have new wires put on. Your teeth are sore for a little less than a week after that happens. I personally can't wait until my braces are taken off! Good Luck!
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
182148
Unfortunately, yes.\n\nI got braces on and for the first three days I couldn't eat at all because of the pain - I threw up everything I ate.  I walked around with my mouth half-open because if I accidentally clicked my teeth together I'd feel nauseous.\n\nEvery month at tightening time I'd end up in pain.  I finally learned to take ibuprofen about a half-hour before my appointments to stave off the pain.\n\nMy case was apparently pretty extreme but do expect at least some discomfort, especially right after getting them put on or tightened.   We must suffer to be beautiful.
1027850
I am a dental assistant and honestly, yes it does hurt. Your best bet is to get a general anesthetic, (one that puts you to sleep.) When I had ine removed 3 years ago, I woke up and felt nothing because I was still under the anesthetic. After I woke from my nap however, I was in misery. My best advice is to take your pain medicine on schedule. It's alot easier to control the pain than to have to get rid of it again. Your cheeks will be "puffy" and the pain will last anywhere from 2-4 days. The nerve is not such a big deal. It sounds scary, but is in fact very common. Just avoid getting a dry socket by not smoking or drinking out of a straw and use COLD compresses. Hot will open the blood clod that has been formed after removal. From my experience having teeth removed is alot less hurtful then people believe due to the horror stories by other people. Just keep a positive attitude and don't work yourself up too much. Promise it's better then what you think. Hope this helps!!