Most people do not experience pain when getting their braces removed. However, most dental work is a bit uncomfortable, and you can expect a bit of soreness when the brackets are removed. This is due to the relief of pressure from your teeth. The teeth will be sensitive because nothing is holding them together.
Mild pain or discomfort is a normal side effect of wearing braces. But you should only feel the discomfort immediately after your orthodontist places or adjusts your braces or wires. The discomfort typically disappears within four days, and braces pain rarely lasts longer than a week.
Getting your braces removed from the teeth generally won't hurt. With the proper tools (which any orthodontist should have) it's usually a simple procedure to remove the brackets safely and comfortably from the teeth. Removing the dental adhesive or braces glue can be a bit uncomfortable for those with sensitive teeth.
Taking the Braces Off
After the braces are removed, any remaining adhesive will be buffed off your teeth. In most cases, the removal process takes around an hour. You may feel some pressure on your teeth as your orthodontist is working, but you should not expect to experience any pain or extreme discomfort.
We'll have your retainers made as soon as possible so they're ready for you to collect within the next day or two. If it's any longer, your teeth are at risk of moving. Pick up your retainers as soon as possible and start wearing them full-time (unless you're eating, drinking or brushing your teeth).
Steer clear of hard bread, popcorn, hard candies, and raw vegetables until your teeth feel normal again. If you have puffy gums, the puffiness should resolve within about 2 months of having braces removed. If your orthodontist has fitted you for a retainer, be sure to wear it as directed.
Recent Orthodontic Work
The new bone around the teeth may not be completely solidified after your braces come off, and you might notice a small amount of looseness. This isn't a cause for concern–it's normal.
In many cases, a patient's saliva will be enough to reduce the intensity of discolorations and differences in shades after their braces are removed. However, if six months pass and your teeth are still looking discolored, teeth whitening after braces may be necessary to create a whiter, healthier-looking smile.
Braces can be removed early if a patient absolutely insists, but there are many downsides to this decision. For starters, incomplete treatment may leave your overall dental health and tooth alignment worse than it was before you started.
Your dentist or orthodontist will use a pair of special pliers to remove your braces. The pliers will gently take hold of each bracket and give them a little squeeze. This allows the dentist or orthodontist to separate the bracket from the tooth.
Lips will not become thinner, but they may appear thinner as the braces are removed. According to the type of braces your orthodontist used, the changes may or may not be pronounced. So, don't worry about getting any direct effects on the size of your lips.
Visits to Your Orthodontist
You will wear your retainers full time for the first three months after we remove your braces to ensure teeth stay where they should. We'll book an appointment for you to come into the clinic then so we can check how your teeth and gums are going.
Braces address bite issues by repositioning teeth and jaws to correct alignment. As your teeth move into the correct position, your jawline and lips will follow suit. In time, you should be able to close your mouth, and your face will have a more natural, esthetically pleasing appearance.
It's very common for your gums to be puffy and sore immediately after having your braces removed. This is because it is more challenging to keep your teeth super clean with braces on your teeth and near your gums. Thankfully, your inflamed gums to return to normal in within a couple of weeks.
Before your braces can come off, you'll first need to go through a final orthodontic exam. Your orthodontist will check your X-rays, bite alignment, and the overall health of your teeth and gums. If everything is satisfactory, they'll move forward with removing your braces.
If you've worn braces before, and you're wondering if you can wear them again, the answer is yes! We've helped hundreds of patients to straighten their smile for a second time. If your teeth have shifted after braces, you're not alone. Maybe you stopped wearing your retainers or weren't happy with your result.
The final wire is the largest, stiffest, and has the ability to be bent. This wire allows for fine detailing through minor wire bends.
Settling – Your teeth might settle. Without the brackets and wires there to keep them in place, and even if you are wearing your retainer diligently, your teeth might still move. Don't worry, they're just settling and this is a normal and predicted part of getting your braces off. It's always for the better!
Your smile will look different – While this may seem obvious, it's often a shock for people how straight and different their smile looks once braces are off. Remember, not only do braces help to straighten teeth, but they also work to align the jaw, which can change how you smile and the shape of your smile.
Research has now proven that orthodontic movement of teeth through the constant force of braces will cause root damage in nearly 100% of patients. This means part of the roots are dissolved away by the orthodontic treatment and some teeth can be lost over time as a result.
You can go back to eating whatever you want.
But you may also notice in the days after having your braces removed that your teeth feel a bit tender. Removing your braces isn't painful, but it does require a bit of pressure, so you may notice your mouth feels similar to how it did after a wire adjustment.
Stained and yellowed teeth after braces is very much the norm among both adolescent and adult patients. Braces, whether ceramic or traditional, are not the root cause of discoloration, but poor hygiene by the wearer of the braces can lead to yellowing and stains.