Tariq
Drabu is the owner of the Langley Dental Practice and a leading
dentist and specialist oral surgeon. He advised that teens and adults
are both getting braces to straighten their teeth, correcting any misalignment. He also mentioned that when patients first get braces
and sometimes after each correction, the teeth can become a little
sensitive and uncomfortable, but there are a few things that patients
can consider to reduce this sensitivity.
Ice
packs
The
first thing that Tariq Drabu recommends is to have some ice packs in
the freezer and ready. You can use a bag of peas or have some ice
cubes rolled in a cloth. Hold the ice packs on the sensitive area to
help numb the discomfort.
Salt
Water
Another
recommendation by Tariq Drabu to ease sensitivity caused by braces is
to rinse the mouth and the area with salt water. Salt water is a
fantastic disinfectant, but it can also help numb the area slightly.
It is also effective if you have had something caught in your tooth
which caused the pain, the salt water can rinse the area to remove
the risk of infection or gum disease as a result.
Eat
softer foods
What
patients must realise when they first get braces is that their mouth,
teeth and gums have to become accustomed to the braces. Sensitivity
is common when braces are first placed on the teeth, which means
eating crunchy or chewy foods can increase the discomfort the patient
is feeling. Tariq Drabu recommends that patients opt for softer foods
for a few days until the discomfort subsides. They can then start
adding to their diet until they are completely comfortable with their
braces.
Teething
rings
Now
you wouldn't expect to see an adult chewing on a baby teething ring,
but Tariq Drabu advised that a cold teething ring, which has been in
the freezer can be very effective to reduce the sensitivity caused by
braces. Teething rings are cheap and can be purchased in any baby
store. Place the ring in the freezer until it is very cold and then
hold it on the area to help ease the pain.
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