“Why do my teeth hurt after getting new aligners?”
I am a 22 year old female. I want to know why do my teeth hurt after getting new aligners?
4 Answers
Your teeth hurt because the aligners are pushing hard enough on the teeth to cause inflammation in the bone that surrounds your teeth. That inflammation softens the bone, allowing your teeth to move without damaging anything. When you do it slowly, we can fix huge bite issues, so be patient while in ortho. Wiggly teeth in orthodontics is expected.
Your aligners hurt your teeth for a few days because they are working! The principle behind tooth movement is to apply light force or pressure in the direction you want the tooth to move. It is this pressure that causes tooth sensitivity for a couple of days until it has moved away from the pressure source.
When moving teeth with aligners or traditional braces, it is normal for your teeth to feel a little sore or achy the first day or two after each adjustment. But if you are actually experiencing pain, you should discuss the specifics of the pain with your dentist to determine the cause and best treatment.
Usually, your teeth will hurt due to the pressure from the trays. You should see your doctor and mention this issue to them.
