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Are Braces Painful?

May 7, 2015 by admin Leave a Comment

A very common question about braces is “How much will these things hurt?” You probably won’t feel any pain at all during the procedure, but your teeth and gums will probably be a little sore afterwards.

will my braces hurt?

Here is an overview of when you might feel pain or discomfort during your treatment:

Day of Placement: You should not feel any pain or discomfort. In the first few hours after you get your braces, it may be slightly more difficult to chew or talk. This is totally normal, but it usually isn’t because of pain. You’re just getting used to having braces! In some cases, the teeth may feel more sensitive than usual. If so, stick with soft foods and you’ll be good to go. Some people report slight pain or discomfort toward the end of the first day as their teeth begin to shift.

A Few Days After Placement: This is when things might get a little uncomfortable. Your teeth are beginning to realign and the pressure of the archwire and elastic ties is new. Your orthodontist should provide you with relief wax/silicone to apply over the braces as necessary. If the pain is distracting to you, over-the-counter pain medication may be taken as directed.

Five Days After Placement: Usually by this time, any initial pain or discomfort should be gone or getting much better. Eating should feel a lot better, too! Just make sure to avoid any foods that could damage the actual braces.

General Appointments: You will be visiting the orthodontist for routine maintenance. Braces work by gradually moving your teeth, so subtle adjustments need to be made throughout the treatment process. The first several days after these appointments may be slightly uncomfortable, but just remember that it will fade quickly!

If you are really struggling to ease the pain after you get your braces put on, or simply looking to take your mind off it, there are a couple of things you can try:

-Eating soft foods like smoothies, mashed potatoes, macaroni and cheese, applesauce, and scrambled eggs.
-Over the counter pain relievers like ibuprofen and aspirin
-Orthodontic wax applied to the brackets that are rubbing the inside of your mouth.
-Avoiding acidic foods and drinks that might irritate your mouth
-Using rigorous salt-water rinses

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Things That Make Us Smile: Taylor Swift Parody – “Braces Off”

May 3, 2015 by admin Leave a Comment

We came across this YouTube video by a fellow orthodontist and we had to share it. If you love Taylor Swift and you’re ready to get your braces off, this parody is for you.

 

Your turn! Have you found any fun smile-related videos or posts on the internet lately? Leave us a link in the comments!

Filed Under: Braces, Music, YouTube

Still Time to Enter the Rap Contest! Win a GoPro, Selfie Stick, or Beats by Dre!

April 20, 2015 by admin Leave a Comment

Whether you just started treatment or you’ve had your braces for months, you should definitely keep reading. We have a great contest going on, and we want you to win big!

Do you love your smile? Well, why not rap about it? If you send in your original rap in before 4/24/15, you’ll be entered to win a GoPro camera, selfie stick, or Beats by Dre headphones! Dr. David set things off with a rap of his own. Check it out below.

To enter the contest or to see the official rules, head to our giveaway page. Good luck!

Filed Under: Braces, Contests

Win a Gift for Mom: Mother’s Day Smile Makeover Contest!

April 17, 2015 by admin 7 Comments

If you are still struggling with finding the best gift for mom this Mother’s Day, you’re definitely not alone. It’s hard to shop for one of the most important people in your life! I think we can all agree that moms want to feel appreciated and loved all year round, but it’s especially important on the second Sunday of May. If you’d like to really make mom feel special this year, enter to win her a beautiful new smile!

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Would your mom love a new smile? If so, nominate her for FREE treatment at Carter Orthodontics. To enter to win, please submit a photo of your mom, her address, and 500 words about why she deserves a brand new smile to [email protected] by April 30th! Good luck!

Filed Under: Braces, Giveaway, Invisalign, lifestyle

Using AcceleDent with Invisalign

April 14, 2015 by admin Leave a Comment

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What is AcceleDent?

AcceleDent is an innovative, comfortable, and easy to use device that is held between your teeth for 20 minutes a day while you undergo orthodontic treatment. Using patented technology to help stimulate bone movement, AcceleDent complements the controlled force that traditional orthodontics provide to help bring your teeth into ideal alignment.

How does AcceleDent work?

AcceleDent works with your existing orthodontics treatment to move your teeth up to 50% faster. Through the use of SoftPulse Technology™, AcceleDent can safely decrease the duration of your orthodontic treatment and may even help to make your treatment process more comfortable.

Can I use AcceleDent with Invisalign?

AcceleDent works in conjunction with most orthodontics but is especially popular with people choosing Invisalign. Using the AcceleDent Activator for just 20 minutes each day will enhance your Invisalign treatment, which is why it is such a great tool to pair with your aligners.

Please contact Carter Orthodontics to learn more about how AcceleDent could work for you or to schedule your free consultation today.

Filed Under: AcceleDent, Braces, Invisalign

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