“Can braces cause gum pain?”
I have gum pain with braces. Can braces cause gum pain?
3 Answers
Braces makes it difficult to clean your teeth but you can still use a water pik and even floss. You might need a floss threader to get the floss under the arch wires but you can also get brushes that can fit between the teeth under the arch wires. In summary: braces cause gum pain because the person with the braces is not taking the time to use a water pik, floss, or interproximal brushes. Therefore, don't worry, you just need to get better with your oral hygiene.
Yes first 1-2 weeks.
Yes they may cause minor gum discomfort caused by the movement of your teeth. Also, poor oral hygiene while wearing braces will also cause discomfort while wearing your braces.
