Do braces hurt, and when is the pain unusual?
Pressure or soreness can occur after braces are fitted or adjusted and often eases over a few days. Severity and duration vary. Sharp, worsening or persistent pain should not automatically be treated as normal; contact the orthodontic team for damage, injury or swelling.
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Managing expected discomfort
Choose softer foods briefly and continue gentle cleaning around the appliance. Orthodontic wax may help a rubbing area as instructed. Ask about a pain reliever suitable for your age and health, following its label and avoiding duplicate ingredients.
When to contact the team
A wire cutting the mouth, broken part or pain that does not settle needs advice. Do not forcefully adjust the appliance yourself. Marked swelling, fever or difficulty swallowing or breathing requires urgent assessment rather than waiting for the next adjustment.
Dental care enquiries in Amman
See Dr. Mohammad Arafat Hasan’s profile and Arafat Dental Clinics for enquiries about services and suitable assessment. The clinics do not accept insurance. Provider links are separate from the medical references for this answer.
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