Frequently Asked Questions Do braces or other types of orthodontic treatment hurt?
• Initial placement of braces and all other treatments is painless. Once the teeth and/or jaws start to move, there is usually some mild discomfort at the very beginning of orthodontic treatment. This soreness goes away after a few days and can be very well controlled with over-the-counter pain relievers. With the modern, low-force, techniques that we provide, many patients report very little soreness.
