{"id":173,"date":"2020-11-30T19:26:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-30T19:26:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/?p=173"},"modified":"2020-12-11T19:32:46","modified_gmt":"2020-12-11T19:32:46","slug":"how-does-it-feel-getting-braces-in-irving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/how-does-it-feel-getting-braces-in-irving\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does it Feel Like to Get Braces?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/AdobeStock_228898523__1607715129_71559-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"a model of a mouth with braces in Irving with colorful brackets\" class=\"wp-image-174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/AdobeStock_228898523__1607715129_71559-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/AdobeStock_228898523__1607715129_71559-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/AdobeStock_228898523__1607715129_71559.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you about to get braces in Irving and feeling a bit nervous because you\u2019re not sure what to expect? The scariest part about receiving any kind of dental or orthodontic treatment is the unknown, which is why many professionals recommend that patients put their fears to rest by learning more about the process. Read on to learn what it\u2019s going to feel like to get braces and what you can expect to experience while you\u2019re adjusting to your new orthodontic appliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The First Day with Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you visit your dentist to get braces, they\u2019ll glue brackets onto each of your teeth. These will be responsible for holding the archwire in place, which will apply a strategic amount of pressure to your teeth to gently shift them into their ideal positions. During this process, you won\u2019t feel any pain. But as you\u2019re getting used to the way they feel in your mouth and the new force being placed on your teeth, you\u2019ll likely experience some discomfort. Fortunately, this won\u2019t become as big of an issue as you get used to the way your appliance feels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Surviving the First Week with Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As you\u2019re adjusting to the way your appliance feels, you may notice tenderness or discomfort due to the pressure being placed on your arch of teeth by your archwire. It can be annoying at first, but fortunately, it\u2019s only temporary and you\u2019ll have beautiful results to show for it. To help relieve your pain, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Take an over-the-counter pain medication like ibuprofen.<\/li><li>Rinse your mouth with warm salt water regularly.<\/li><li>Eat softer foods like yogurt and applesauce.<\/li><li>Avoid acidic foods and beverages that could make your teeth sensitive.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>During this first week, you\u2019ll also notice that oral sores or irritation occurs. This is only temporary, and in these cases, orthodontic wax will be your best friend. You can also spread an over-the-counter oral anesthetic to the inside of your mouth that\u2019s irritated to numb it and ease your pain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect at Each of Your Checkup Appointments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With orthodontics in Irving, you\u2019ll need to regularly visit your dentist to make sure that you\u2019re on track with your treatment timeline and make sure that your archwire continues to be tight enough to shift your teeth. At these appointments, you may undergo some of these changes over the course of your treatment:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Bending your archwires differently.<\/li><li>Changing heavier archwires for lighter ones.<\/li><li>Attaching elastics of various lengths to help address bite misalignment issues.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>While you may be a little sore a day or two following these visits, keep in mind that this will dissipate, and that you\u2019re one step closer to a straightened, beautiful smile. If you have any questions along the way, don\u2019t hesitate to reach out to your dentist. They\u2019re there to help make your treatment smooth, hassle-free, and effective.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Rafiq Hirji has over a decade of experience in his field. He\u2019s passionate about helping teens and adults achieve straightened smiles that help them maintain excellent oral health throughout their lives. He has advanced specialty training in orthodontics and offers traditional braces and Invisalign clear aligner treatments. For questions or to schedule a consultation for an orthodontic treatment, visit Daily Smiles MacArthur\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailysmilesmacarthur.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call 972-546-4114.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you about to get braces in Irving and feeling a bit nervous because you\u2019re not sure what to expect? The scariest part about receiving any kind of dental or orthodontic treatment is the unknown, which is why many professionals recommend that patients put their fears to rest by learning more about the process. 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