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TIPS??? I'M GETTING BRACES SOON....?

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  1. Brookeloveshorses<33
    Member

    Ok so i'm 12, and i'm getting braces on the 24th.....so 4 days! i've had an expander when i was 5 (with headgear at night time because i had an underbite) then a retainer at age 7 which i wore at night time, and now i'm getting braces, top AND bottom. I've heard my teeth will be sore, but i have a few dilemmas that i need advice for.

    1. What foods should i eat after i get them on?

    2. What foods CAN'T i eat after i get them on?

    3. I have to go to a sleepover birthday party the day after i get them on...do i have to skip it or should i take advil or something?

    4. Tips for preparation for them? (hygiene wise)

    thank you!

    Posted 1 year ago #

  2. Vampire101
    Member

    Your teeth will be sore. You're gonna need to take some advil or something to help allieviate the pain. Eat ice cream. I did that because the cold helps soothe your teeth. Eat anything that will be soft or easy to swallow. Don't eat anything that could pop the brackets like chewy candy, gum, some hard candy, be careful when you eat popcorn and chips. If you feel like you can make it to the party, go ahead, but tell your friends ahead of time and say you might need to take some meds and tell them you can only eat soft foods (it depends on how sore your teeth will be). Talk to your dentist. He/She will let you know all the ins and outs as well. They should tell you too. When you brush, get between your brackets with a special brush. I cannot remember what it is called. Talk to your dentist. He/She will inform you about everything. Good luck! :-D

    Posted 1 year ago #

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