“What's the best pain relief for braces?”
I am a 17 year old female. I want to know what's the best pain relief for braces?
4 Answers
I typically recommend acetaminophen for pain after appointments. Unfortunately, ibuprofen can interfere with tooth movement. It is otherwise as or more effective than acetaminophen.
Alternating Tylenol and Advil every 4-6 hours seems to work best.
What works best for you can be bought over the counter if teeth are tender for a few days after braces are placed, Wax or silicone padding can help if braces bother the inside of your mouth. A prescription might be necessary for ulcers, but using a chewing wafer after getting braces really helps cut down discomfort. Most people just put up with it and tough it out a few days. Pain threshold is quite variable in humans.
Whatever you usually take for pain, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen.
