My New Retainers Are Hurting?!
Question: My New Retainers Are Hurting.?
I JUST got new retainers, I've never had a brace, and I've been wearing them for about two an a half hours I think. Now the bottom right side of my mouth is really painful and it only stops if I take the retainers out which I don't want to do. Is this just one of those things that happens for the first few days or is there anything I can do to make it stop hurting or hurt less.? Thanks, Georgia.Health Question & Answer
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Your teeth are moving. They're gonna hurt for awhile, but you'll get used to it. You can try some Ambesol to soothe the gums, but otherwise there isn't too much you can do. Stay away from really hard foods!! Soup is the best!! Or maybe french fries....Health Question & Answer
omg me 2! Im with ya! I really want to take them out but know I can't unless I eat or brush my teeth. I am considering going back to bed and sleeping it off for a while and hoping that the pain will go away in just a few days. I didn't really expect my retainer to hurt but then again I have been wrong before! lol. I would just suggest taking some aspirin and taking a nap. Eat some soft food for a few days and hang in there! I know exactly what your dealing with! Health Question & Answer
Call your orthodontist. They may need to be adjusted if they are rubbing or pinching your gums. No reason to suffer.Health Question & Answer
retainers are designed to keep your teeth in place and they often hurt. after about three days the pain will go awayHealth Question & Answer
they will hurt for awhile until you are used to them=don't take them out as they are to help straighten your teethHealth Question & Answer