Do Braces Hurt? What the First Week Really Feels Like and How to Stay Comfortable
Getting braces put on doesn’t hurt. Most people feel pressure and tenderness starting a few hours later, peaking over the next few days, then fading within about a week. Soft foods, over-the-counter pain relievers, salt-water rinses, and orthodontic wax make that stretch much easier. Do braces hurt? It’s the first question almost every patient asks, […]










