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What Causes Severe Pain On Tongue While On Metal Bands?

Hi, so I've had braces for about 6 months now.
Around my 4 back teeth I have these metal bands that wrap completely around, keeping my wire in I think. Anyways,
If I touch my tongue to my back bottom tooth, even the slightest, I get a severe sharp pain. What could be wrong?
Mon, 17 Oct 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain a sharp pain on touching the teeth when you have your braces placed is commonly due to movement of the teeth that leads to transient inflammation of the tissues during the movement of the teeth..

It can initially cause severe pain during chewing even softest foods and even on touching the teeth..
Gradually as the treatment will progress and the teeth will move to the appropriate position, gradually the pain will subside..

I would therefore suggest you to apply numbing gel containing Lignocaine over the gums in that area.
Take anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen..
You should take semisolid and very soft foods like rice, bread etc..

Hope this helps..

Regards..
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What Causes Severe Pain On Tongue While On Metal Bands?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain a sharp pain on touching the teeth when you have your braces placed is commonly due to movement of the teeth that leads to transient inflammation of the tissues during the movement of the teeth.. It can initially cause severe pain during chewing even softest foods and even on touching the teeth.. Gradually as the treatment will progress and the teeth will move to the appropriate position, gradually the pain will subside.. I would therefore suggest you to apply numbing gel containing Lignocaine over the gums in that area. Take anti-inflammatory painkillers like Ibuprofen.. You should take semisolid and very soft foods like rice, bread etc.. Hope this helps.. Regards..