Heres some tips to try particularly for the first few weeks.

What to do when you get hit in the mouth with braces. As with all soft tissue injuries cold packs should be applied to the damaged area to reduce the swelling for the first 24 to 48 hours. Now about that pancakeunless you had pecan-filled. With a custom mouthguard you will not even notice a difference that you have braces when you get hit in the mouth or on the side of the cheek.

The wax will serve as a protective barrier between your lips and your braces. A tooth may die quickly in a matter of days or slowly. Do avoid all sticky foods like gum caramel taffy skittles and gummy bears.

If you get hit in the mouth they guard you against fractured teeth. Dont listen to people that say it is OK to chew gum with braces. If you have gum disease youll need a special dental cleaning procedure to remove hardened plaque that has accumulated underneath your teeth and gums.

It has nothing to do with braces changing your lips as far as fullness or shape. Just break off a piece and rub it onto the area that is sore. What to do when you get hit in the mouth with braces.

If youre wearing traditional braces using a bracket and wire system you may temporarily notice that your lips look bigger. Wearing braces or a plate Eating. Cut your food into smaller pieces place only a small portion in your mouth at any one time try softer foods chew more slowly.

Do braces ruin jawline. How can I protect my mouth from braces. Your lips are a protective barrier over your smile.