05/28/2026
Just started your smile journey? It’s completely normal to feel some tenderness for 3–5 days after an adjustment, or to feel like your lips and cheeks are "learning" where the new brackets are.
How to get comfortable:
• Stick to soft foods until the initial tenderness fades.
• Manage pain safely: Stick to Tylenol (Acetaminophen) for discomfort. Other pain relievers like Ibuprofen or Aspirin can actually slow down the tooth movement we are working so hard to achieve!
• Soothe irritation: A warm salt-water rinse works wonders for sore spots.
If you ever experience sharp pain or a broken appliance that wax can’t fix, we are here for you. Just give us a call, and we’ll get you in to resolve it. We’re in this together!
Book your next adjustment here: https://app.nexhealth.com/appts/atlantic-orthodontics/appt-slot