JUST GOT BRACES. WHAT SHOULD I DO FOR THE SWELLING?!
Question: JUST GOT BRACES. WHAT SHOULD I DO FOR THE SWELLING.?
I got my braces last Friday, and I'm not sure why but my lips are swollen! Eep! They're not irritated from the brackets as far as I can tell. What can I do to help the swelling go down.? IS THIS NORMAL.? Pls send your suggestions.Health Question & Answer
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I had braces for about a year and a half and I have to get them again.
My lips were a little swollen. I drank milkshakes and stuff so that brought it down. also Advil might help.Health Question & Answer
My lips were a little swollen. I drank milkshakes and stuff so that brought it down. also Advil might help.Health Question & Answer
Ive had braces a little over a year now and everytime i go to the dentist and he does something new my mouth gets really sore and i can barly eat.i always take ibufrofan[i know thats not how u spell it but idk how to spell it].they will probably be sore for a few more days but take that it should help.Health Question & Answer
It is normal, I had the same problem. Drink plenty of water as this helps with water retention (or swelling) also you can take Tylenol as it has a anti-inflammatory in itHealth Question & Answer
I have had braces for a year now, I never had swelling of the lips. I don't think this is normal call your ortho.Health Question & Answer
yes its completly normal, just take some medicine, and drink some cold water.Health Question & Answer
this is normal, it will get better. Try some advil.Health Question & Answer
it's totally normal for your gums to swell. i recomend ice cream and tylenolHealth Question & Answer
Take some tylenol or advil. You'll feel better in a couple days.Health Question & Answer