10 Braces Tips / Life Hacks

[@DrGregAsatrian]

Find an orthodontist near you! asatrianortho.com/the-dentist-locator

[@sage-the-silly-0.0]

what should i do if i have a knocked wire that wont pop back in? (it has no other brackets securing it)

[@sharinayoub6630]

What happens if I have a teeth on the on the top of my teeth and I don't know if you know what I'm saying so sorry but if you know can you please let me know because I'm going to get braces soon 😊

[@Yolanda_XO]

Can you do a comparison video between the In Brace (smart wire) and complete lingual braces. I’m trying to decide which one to ask for as I am older now and definitely want something hidden. Also info on permanent lingual wire retainers. Very curious and looking forward to my new journey. Thank you!

[@therecommender7310]

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[@neykolyutov67]

Hi! I have a kinda serious problem. I was in class and I fell on the back of my chair, hitting my head and my braces poked my bottom lip making a like piercing but the hole didn’t go to the outside. Its numb the next day, I tried putting something cold but I didn’t feel the coldness when I put it on my lip. I’m kinda scared what should I do? 😰

[@honeywren]

0:55 1 Braces react to temp 1:40 2 Eat before appointment 2:35 3 Don’t use teeth as tools 3:16 4 Mouthguard with braces 4:30 5 Always have wax and topical numbing gel 5:18 6 Rinse with saltwater 5:30 7 Always have chapstick 6:05 8 Good oral hygiene 7:00 9 Wear rubber bands properly 7:58 10 Educate yourself on your brace’s journey 8:40 11 Don’t miss appointments You’re welcome everyone

[@ilikeylikey1562]

Yay

[@suzannedevreugd]

Thanks

[@areviktarverdyan2756]

Thank you

[@ziippy-]

Tysm this was so helpful

[@rockvarney3680]

Thank you so much!!

[@George-ps5]

It’s great to hear when you say “when I had braces” :)

[@Osedeyforyou]

This just have me a little more hope

[@imo7do]

Four days left to remove my braces. It was a nice journey with valuable tips Thanks Dr. Greg

[@IvanGonzalez-tg6ki]

how long did u have them on for and how u feelin now bro

[@xllestgurlx3945]

Update us bro

[@StephanieRZ]

Aww for real, relatable :)

[@umarulhaqanas4247]

Message to all my bros and sisters who are or have got those braces .... I know that shit hurts 😫 yeah I know they hurt freaking alot coz I too have them but remember those spacers, expanded, wires, bands and aligners they all are just a quiet tough obstacle we have to live with for few months or years for that beutiful teeth u gonna have 😀 so don't worry when u feel its unbearable cry a bit it will relieve u but just remember never to give up .. SO BE HAPPY AND FACE THE BRACES YOUR FREIND WHO HELPS U BUT ALSO HURTS U FOR YOUR OWN GOOD WITH CONFIDENCE 😊😊 thanks doc for the tips ✌

[@kraftytechniques8051]

POV: you’re binging braces videos because you’re getting braces soon

[@Hockeylover2024]

Me rn

[@Hockeylover2024]

Getting sunday

[@Miranda-v1z]

Mee getting them in 2 days

[@vlogsswbryn]

Getting mine tmw!!

[@lavenile]

I got my braces today , and I am surely gonna binge watch all of your videos as I can't sleep today with this pain 😩

[@truthseeker8752]

Hi Dr Greg can you do a video on how the orthodontist determines when its time to take your braces off? Like what are the factors?

[@jboy8746]

Up

[@jimzalonzo77]

Up

[@ghost_on_a_skateboard7890]

Up

[@syifaaulia9958]

Up

[@lulahgloglo7788]

up

[@itsshirley]

got my braces earlier and I'm still trying to educate myself by binge watching braces related videos!

[@catherineramirez7757]

I just had my braces for a month so I'm still learning to addapt. Thank you Dr. Greg for your informative videos. 😊

[@anmorgan3129]

Me too!! 1 month on the 1st. Hang in there! We got this 😁

[@Sive_Nyanda]

Day 3 with my braces. This channel is super useful!

[@DARK-st1cr]

Me too

[@Osedeyforyou]

I'm on day two.. lucky I got here ❤

[@stephanielynn9808]

That numbing gel tip + warm salt water has been in heavy use this last week when I recently got a gum graft & the swelling caused my lip to develop an ulcer over a front bracket with the little stick part. That was worse than the graft site healing. It's mostly healed now, but the ulcer spot kept hooking on the bracket ;-;

[@sarhanobel2346]

i haver braces and i broke 6 brackets, a some tips 1. don't chew on any ice, or any gum, some freeze dried candy, or any gummy candies. may brake or bend brackets or wire. 2. eat freeze dried fruits like apple, bananas, pears, etc. 3. ask a ortho abt freeze dried candy or look it up. 4. stay away from biting any meatal items, will bend wires, brake brackets. 5. don't eat anything to crunchy, may brake brackets. have a nice day and that's all the tips I can give you today :)

[@aneemjar2494]

Got my braces day before yesterday Watched this channel today and subscribed to educate myself about my braces journey

[@MessiRonaldoandaviationfan909]

Hi your dog is so cute also I'm half way through having braces I've had braces for eight months now and have eight months left and I have to get my braces tightened on Monday or Tuesday

[@JustifyingT]

Same I’m nine months in

[@Error-lw1go]

just got mine on today,feels really weird

[@MessiRonaldoandaviationfan909]

@@Error-lw1go I hope it goes well for you

[@Error-lw1go]

@@MessiRonaldoandaviationfan909 Thanks

[@MessiRonaldoandaviationfan909]

@@Error-lw1go you're welcome

[@Violet7095]

Just subscribed to your channel my 11 year old daughter is getting braces Tuesday and want to be informed of all the do's and don't before she gets them.

[@shayjc9095]

Wow I didn’t realize in 2 weeks It’ll be one year since I got my braces! I’ve been watching your videos since I got them and You have been soo helpful on my braces journey! Tysm!! 😄😄

[@DrGregAsatrian]

I'm so glad! so happy to help ! =]

[@oliviaemotion9091]

Do you still have them

[@shayjc9095]

@@oliviaemotion9091 no I had them removed 6 months ago. Earlier then what i supposed to have them for.

[@healheartandmind]

Thank you so much. I've always wanted to get braces since as a kid. I'm educating myself on it before I get them, and your channel is a life saver. Thanks again✨

[@WilloReaper]

I just started my 2 year journey today. These tips are amazing. Ive been reading and watching so many videos. Thankyou! And hello Sasha!!! Shes so cute!

[@luqmanhaqim8087]

Hi Dr Greg, I've had my braces for a year already and I'm still in the process of aligning my teeth. My orthodontist says that my teeth are exceptionally stubborn because I have dense bones around my teeth. Are there any other biology-related things that could prolong treatment? Have you ever had patients who have similar case to mine?

[@johndavidbrunson9958]

I was very frustrated as an adult to have braces put on in 2018 and I am "expected" to have completed my treatment in 2023. it's thought depending on the situation. my ortho company switched doctors on me 3 times so far and each have made different changes to my treatment. I won't be surprised if it takes longer than 2023 as it's much harder to do treatment as an adult than a younger person. Best of luck to you.

[@anonymous27963]

​@@johndavidbrunson9958 have u got em off

[@nehaa365]

I got my my braces today and you're channel is great, I know now I'm gonna binge a lot of braces videos. A new subscriber here!!

[@enzobermudez2218]

It's been 6 years since I first got my braces. For 6 years I have not been brushing my teeth enough, I've always been missing my dentist appointments, I don't get them cleaned by my dentist. Now I have cavities on every single one of my teeth they are also starting to go back to how they used to be before I had braces on.

[@jovansalagma8601]

I just got braces this week, and thanks for the tips. Hopefully this is a good journey for me and to those who have braces. Blessings

[@CyricRO]

I got a waterpik and a oral-b IO9, but my orthodontist says they are bad, and I should instead use a manual toothbrush and interdental brushes. I'm not sure why my orthodontist feels this way, but I'm 1000% sure my oral hygiene is better with an electric toothbrush. I don't like ignoring the orthodontist's instructions, but my oral hygienist says my brushing is fantastic, so I'm thinking to maintain my current waterpik (and interdental brushes) + oral b io9 routine. I tend to brush too hard when I use a manual brush.

[@SoulsOverScrolls]

i think they say the electric brush is bad because it’s hard to brush the gum with the brackets on your teeth and they want to make sure your gums stay healthy during treatment. But i use an oral b io too and i haven’t had a problem either

[@newsflash6593]

Just got braces installed today! Great video and tips!

[@caeyfifi8810]

Same😂🤲🏽😊

[@mtrudo]

My oldest is 8 and getting the top teeth done in a few weeks. I haven’t had them since a kid and want to just refresh to make her more comfortable (she’s very anxious). Thanks so much for the tips

[@mjquinto3546]

Thanks Dr. Greg! All your videos helped me a lot with my braces journey! It's been a year now since I had my braces! ☺😁

[@ratibaahmed8899]

I got mine like 3 hours ago and its hurting so bad

[@Techlexicon]

fr me rn

[@Wrexforce]

Same ;( cant eat at all just about can drink ;)

[@ericnqvsamules6370]

Thank for the new video! I mention to my ortho Dr Prero that I watch your video and he said he would let you know your subscribers wanted more . Thanks for taking the time out of your busy schedule! Happy New Year!

[@DrGregAsatrian]

I saw your video w/ Dr Prero! Sorry, Im just getting caught up w/ comments. thats awesome! haha tell him I say hi next time you're in!

[@leahjohnson7884]

I get my braces tomorrow, and these tips helped soo much!

[@unknown-xv4yo]

ayee! i just got mine yesterday :)

[@halaalborno5523]

I got mine today!!! :D

[@megaknightcr7113]

@@halaalborno5523 did it hurt im getting mine in 3 days

[@halaalborno5523]

@Drippy codm it hurts the first 2 days but after that you'll just get used to it and I recommend using chapstick and wax it really helps! Hope this helps!

[@halaalborno5523]

@@megaknightcr7113 👈 oops I didn't know how to use this lol thanks KZbin

[@kurtotto3331]

Just about to get braces myself and this is already so helpful, thanks so mugh

[@romeoespina2736]

I just got my braces today. Thanks for the hacks.😊

[@adegjosh2949]

Just got mine installed today, great tip 👍🏽

[@Chadg18]

Getting my braces in less than 12 hours 😅 kind of nervous. Been bingeing all your videos.

[@tonyasbeautylooks]

Same!

[@Osedeyforyou]

Call me impatient🙂, but does this mean if i keep my mouth mostly warm that the reshaping will jappen faster?... I just got mine and its a little uncomfortable

[@coolerthanyou4797]

I saw a comment like this and uh imma take you along on my braces journey! (I hope I remember make sure to like so I do 💀) 1/28/22- today I got impressions, pictures, and X-rays I hated the impressions, But I’m going to be getting braces on 2/24/22! Keep you updated! (I’m really excited but I know I won’t be after I get them) 2/16/22 ahh ok so 8 more days until I get braces! And my friend got braces yesterday, and I didn’t even know he was gonna get them but that’s ok, I’m also so nervous how I’m gonna look 😬 2/24/22 ok so I just got braces and they are kinda sore but yeah 3/13/22 they only stopped hurting like this week worst pain EVER- omg 😩

[@jadeandersonandimnotagirlt6496]

I got a water pick for Christmas and that’s a life changer

[@juliah8018]

it's been exactly 7 months today since i got my braces !

[@jessijacobs8]

OMG the woofie!!!! She's soooo cute!! 🐾🐾🐾🐾 New subscriber instantly 😛😆💕

[@rogerlopez1944]

Hey, thanks for this really helpful video! Do you also recommend Sisu mouth guards for braces as well?

[@flydazedator26]

I just got my braces and 2 tooth molar extractions (upper left&right) 3 days ago and biting is hard af 🥺

[@cristinavee5542]

I’ve had my braces off for a year now but I love your videos lol

[@LondynBovia]

Just got braces td and omg this is so helpful thank u

[@keziaadumuah4963]

Can someone with localized aggressive periodontitis get braces? Can you make a whole video on it

[@joannebhaggien7127]

Just got my braces yesterday...trying to come to terms with it...but the pain is not helping 😅...so came down here to do some research and found this super helpful...thankyou so much...i need the wax and numbing spray for sure...😊

[@zinhle_dladla]

9 months with braces thank you for this

[@imarandomgirl.]

Day one with just the bracs BUT the rubber bands 💀 Today i got braces on my lower teeth and damn it probably hurt more then the first time. In 1 or 2 months im finally gonna get the rubber bands to push my lower jaw.

[@thebracketclub1725]

The first tip about how the wire reacts to different temperatures is so interesting, I had no idea! I'll bear that in mind as I have plentttty of adjustments ahead of me.😅Thanks so much!

[@karismahendricks3237]

Getting braces soon, hopefully within the next week or so. I’ve been insecure about my smile for as long as I can remember

[@fl8734]

Why is one side of my teeth already closing and the other is not. Closing gaps for missing teeth with braces.

[@haydan838]

Same

[@jammastacrystizzy]

Hi doc! I'm 2 weeks into my ortho treatment ( 32 y/o with severe crowding) . So happy to finally get braces and have been adamantly cleaning and flossing my teeth (also got a waterpik!) I've noticed though my gums have become considerably swollen. I'm hoping it's just my mouth adjusting to the braces and not anything to do with cleaning since I feel like I've been keeping my teeth pretty dang clean! Is gum swelling normal at this beginning stage? Thanks for all you do!

[@IrrIdk]

Yes gum selling is very much normal, not only with the inclusion of braces but flossing properly during earlier stages(braces or not) will cause bleeding and such but don’t let that discourage you, you are on the right path.

[@jorgeamartinez7866]

i know this was 3 weeks ago but welcome Sasha to the braces club!

[@Elevatingtransportation370]

I’m going to be getting braces in 2 weeks and this video really helped me out

[@mattheauperry8358]

I got Pitts 21 self ligating braces last week and i realized I dont have bands. Do you have a video talking about those and how they are different from regular braces? thank you :)

[@jaxsonduggan2344]

hi i got my braces today! p.s. i like your eye brows!

[@sethbrolsma516]

Dr Greg, I hope you see this because I need some help. I just got a palate expander in and it really sucks! The dentist said I'll probably have to have it for several months. Is there any way to make the palate expander work more quickly? Other than wearing the rubber bands and turning the key like he says. Are there any other tips to make this process go quicker? I'm an adult btw.

[@reginationsparkle]

Great question, I'm going to have a palate expander at some point too 😳

[@sakshik14434]

It's been a month since I got my braces . Thank you for these tips❤

[@maly9991]

Can I use Electric Toothbrush for cleaning, already wearing braces..

[@saimayaseen6585]

Orthodontic brushes are more comfortable while wearing braces...

[@msqueenja6805]

I take Motrin or Tylenol before adjustments.. it helps a great deal

[@haanisultan2371]

I always stare at ur eyebrows and teeth while hearing u sir. Energetic

[@austinmoore26]

I’m getting mine Thursday after I pay them

[@meleks_vlog222]

dont say discomfort say pain

[@pakheedubey]

I got my braces yesterday. I hope the journey would be great

[@vante.07]

I got my 2-3 weeks ago! Good luck! All the pain will be worth it in the end 💓

[@joeydemama1031]

@@vante.07 How are u now? Does your jaw and cheek feels sore?

[@vante.07]

@@joeydemama1031 good! that feeling was just for 1 week, it doesn't even feel like I have them now.. But Yesterday i got power chains to close the gap between the lower front teeth (because they extracted 1 tooth) I just felt very sore yesterday, today it's not that bad!

[@Meg-xr7ic]

OMG Sasha is literally the cutest dog

[@larmirark375]

Had braces in 3 days and it sucks...it hurts, not like hitting your toe with a hammer, but like constant numbness in whole mouth. 2 years are a lot, but I guess the end result will be worth it. Will be a interesting food choice the next years....; yoghurt, pasta, rice, smoothie and soup... oh well, I’m not the only one in this situation))

[@Faramir-ck9ys]

Thank you! Got braces a few hours ago, and the numbing gel and aspirin are wearing off. 🥺🥺🥺 But the tips are very helpful.

[@PurdyGirl63]

I was wondering. My dentist says I have a “perfect bite” but I do have a minimal overbite I think. Should I ask my dentist on how to fix it?

[@rhonacroucher3616]

it’s normal for the top set to come over slightly. i hav braces and im about to get them off but i had a severe overbite. they look for a slight overbite because if the teeth were perfectly aligned they wouldn’t be able to bite or work properly. ask if u hav concerns but it’s probably normal and looks good!!

[@TudorSicaru]

A small overbite is healthy! I had the exact opposite...my front teeth used to come in contact too "vertically" and I didn't realize it...my top teeth broke (only the tip) and they have to put crowns on them...I'm currently wearing braces and have a temporary restoration so the teeth look good while under braces treatment...they need to create a bit of an overbite so I don't stress my front teeth again... Just had my first "adjustment" today and it feels so weird, the pressure is back again and hopefully will be gone in a few days...but I realized my teeth feel so "loose" whenever I bite down on anything, especially the front teeth...well...this means the braces are doing their thing, but at the same time it's so weird man xD

[@ucheokwudili1285]

This really helps because my daughter is getting braces

[@DragonKing-be9tw]

What is the point of bending or flattening the wire?

[@BrodyDaGoatt]

Getting my top set of braces tomorrow, wish me luck! :)

[@Ollie-f7h]

Good luck!

[@aaronaustrie]

Thanks. Very useful info. I’m nearing the end of my braces. I can’t wait to get them off 🙌🏾😂

[@kukuaekuban997]

Pls talk about having a frenectomy during your braces journey

[@puppal0608]

Pov: you're educating yourself because you're getting braces soon

[@lujainsuleiman3620]

I recently took my braces off and I miss them 😬 but I'm happy without them too 🤣🥺

[@Ollie-f7h]

hey Doc! I have headgear and braces, but the wire in my braces goes through the headgear wire so I can't put the headgear in! Did they make a mistake? Please explain this.

[@PurpHaz3.]

I have a question. I have had my braces for almost 4 years. I had an overbite and my front 2 teeth overlapped. I had all 4 of my pre molars removed to bring back my bite. Oh and I have a tongue thrust because I use to suck my thumbs. Now my teeth straighten out after a month and my overbite was finally brought back this year, the spaces of my premolars keep opening and closing based on how I was told to wear my elastics. Now I was told to wear my elastics a certain way the raised the whole right side of my mouth so now my bottom teeth are slanted. It is now that my ortho said I’m almost done. Sorry, here is the question what do I do now? Because my bottom teeth are slanted and my ortho is like well we did all we can do and I was a complicated case but I don’t think so.

[@saiyan92-ni4kx]

If you have a bit of an over bite will power chains and elastics help with the overbite compared to head gear?

[@T-Yforpress]

Hi dr.g what does it mean when you brush your teeth and your gums bleed

[@victor_dzr8848]

Do you actually get your braces on the first appointment or do you have to wait and have your last meal and then on your second appointment and then you get the braces

[@ARI-vk6eo]

I’m supposed to get my braces off in 3 weeks but I haven’t been wearing my elastics so I’m scared 😂

[@angilettebrown8493]

Is it safe to eat dumpling with braces ?

[@Twinkleme_nails]

Hi!! What nightguard would you recommend. I'm a heavy grinder and am trying to stop as much wearing of my teeth. 😊

[@ericiaoquinn]

Thanks this helps alot … this is awesome

[@ezbreezy5354]

Hello Doc. Would like to know if premolar extraction can minimize lip protrusion? I got my braces, no crowding issue. Planning to have my premolars extracted to improve side profile, will it help? Or is it somehow recommended? Hope you can make a video for it.

[@sadlylucas]

i’m meant to get my braces off on the 27th of Jan. I technically am but i’m only getting the top set off and i have to keep the bottom set on for a few more weeks because my teeth down there got misaligned. Was it the orthodontist’s mistake while trying to make final details or was it something i did?

[@dangdeionn]

I just got my braces today and I don’t feel anything. I also noticed some of my rubber bands being ripped . Is this bad ?

[@tsangerine]

Hi, i had my Right 1st premolar extracted when i was 12, and now im 25 and it has caused my midline to shift to the right and my face is now visibly asymmetrical. what is your suggestion on how to approach this?

[@shahnazachour6025]

Hey guys, does anyone know how to use rubber bands when you have both an overjet and crossbite? I'm getting my braces after tomorrow so I'm a bit nervous and skeptical about if my teeth will be perfect at the end

[@ameliasoldatova1471]

i’m getting my braces off next week!

[@jennawhitfield]

Congrats! How long did you have them?

[@ameliasoldatova1471]

@@jennawhitfield 2.5 years!

[@jennawhitfield]

@@ameliasoldatova1471 I guess I should be happy I was quoted 20 months 😂 excited for you

[@ameliasoldatova1471]

@@jennawhitfield haha i was quoted 20 months as well and i never wore my elastics and stuff so i had them for almost an extra year😂.

[@mahekgodara1374]

My orthodontist don't have colored rubber bands😭. They said they don't order colored ones and only order clear ones. And I just don't use turmeric in my food and it helps soo much and my rubber bands don't stain .

[@Ojekay10]

Just had my first appointment after getting braces. When I first got them they told me I couldn't add color and today when I went for my tightening, they only added color to the top teeth (noticed after I left). Does anyone know why?

[@RickGrimes__]

Hello,can i wear braces if i am full time MMA fighter? I will get dentist made mouthguard so it can protect littlr bit better than usual mouthguard. I have overbite/overjet (not severe)

[@MarleyRoeder]

I am getting brasses tomorrow and I am so scared to get brasses does it hurt to get it on

[@winston9971]

How did it go are you ok with them, it does takes some time to get use to them. Ive had mine for 5 months.

[@MarleyRoeder]

@@winston9971 It didn’t hurt to get on I fell asleep during it

[@chitogekirisaki8855]

Hi doc.. I noticed some brown spots on my braces wire.. I try to remove them but it's still there.. can u give some tips on how to get rid of it? Thanks..

[@sadiefox5601]

I am getting my braces on Thursday and im was wondering if I will get top first or top and bottom? I do have a big overbite sooo..?

[@rileyhunter4210]

I just got mine on yesterday, Thanks for the tips!

[@Iam_Vasanth]

How does it feel ?

[@Kayerith]

“Eat before or shortly after adjustment”…. How bold of you to assume I can even eat 😂. I’m 4 months in, and cant bite or chew anything. Chewing hurts and biting, well thats like trying to cut an apple with dental floss, my teeth can’t pierce through anything. So my diet is basically anything that I can swallow whole with no chewing or biting involved.

[@SpazZzZ_matic722]

HEYYY!!!! I may or may not get my braces soon and i am very excited but one question i have is... i love rice and i was wondering if you can eat rice?.

[@Ollie-f7h]

Just got braces 2 days ago, it hurts the most on the second day. Like this if it was helpful :)

[@Raged-l3k]

How do you chew with braces without wires in the back of your mouth? And on a barely defended kanine