It is completely normal for teeth to hurt at random times. As your teeth move into proper alignment, you can experience temporary pain and discomfort at any point.
What can you do if your teeth hurt from braces?
- Oral anesthetics. A simple way to get some braces pain relief is to rub an oral anesthetic like Orajel or Anbesol directly on the sensitive teeth and gums.
- Over-the-counter pain medicine.
- An ice pack.
- Cold ice water.
- Soft foods.
- Orthodontic wax.
- A warm rinse.
- A gum massage.
Is it normal to have tooth decay with braces?
Unfortunately, it is possible to wind up with cavities while you are wearing braces, even if you are diligent with your oral hygiene. At first, braces and cavities could be seen as a pretty bad combination. Fortunately, there is good news here—you can have cavities filled while you are wearing braces.
How do they fix tooth decay after braces?
Resin treatment: In some severe cases, you may require resin treatment to remove the white spots. Your dentist will inject the resin liquid below the enamel's surface and over the white spot. Light will be used to solidify the resin, giving the appearance of natural teeth.