What do I do if my retainer cuts my tongue?

Rinse Your Mouth with Saltwater or Peroxide-based Mouthwash In addition to salt water, many orthodontists recommend treating tongue cuts with a peroxide-based mouthwash. Peroxide is an oral debriding agent that will numb your pain while cleaning and disinfecting any cuts on your tongue from clear aligners.

Is it normal for my braces to cut my tongue?

Prior to undergoing braces treatment, many patients worry that braces will cut their tongue or lips. The truth is that when braces are applied correctly by a highly skilled and experience orthodontist like Dr. Sims, patients should not experience any cuts.

How do you keep a permanent retainer from cutting your tongue?

If the wire of the permanent retainer starts poking your tongue or bothering you before you can get it repaired, simply use a pencil eraser and push it back towards your teeth so it is less bothersome. That is usually effective until you’re able to visit your orthodontist to have the broken permanent retainer fixed.

Why are my retainers hurting my tongue?

This feeling is usually a result of pressure and this kind of discomfort tends to go away once the retainer is worn regularly again. If discomfort does not go away after regular wear of the retainer, it is best to contact your dental professional.

What is tongue thrust?

Tongue thrusting is the habit of pushing your tongue forward between the upper and lower teeth when you swallow. The proper positioning for the tongue is for the tip to push against the gum above the back of your upper front teeth.

Can a permanent retainer cause pain?

If you have started to experience pain or sensitivity around the area the retainer is located, that may mean that your teeth have shifted. In the cause of pain, you should contact your dentist or orthodontist so your teeth and retainer can be examined.

Does your tongue get used to permanent retainer?

What’s Normal. Your bite may feel slightly different until you get used to having the retainer in the mouth. It may take a few days for your tongue to get used to the wire and bonding on the inside of the front teeth.

Can Lift retainer with tongue?

DO NOT REMOVE/POP OUT YOUR RETAINERS WITH YOUR TONGUE! The wire will break, which will necessitate a new retainer. After approximately 6 months you will be able to wear your retainers at night only.

Do braces fix tongue thrust?

Tongue therapy is usually completed during orthodontic treatment. Generally, the tongue-thrust swallowing pattern may be handled in two ways: Correction by MyoFunctional Therapy or Tongue Therapy, which is an exercise technique that re-educates the tongue muscles.

How long does a sore tongue last?

A sore tongue usually isn’t serious, and may even resolve on its own within two weeks. In the meantime, you can try a few home remedies to ease the pain as you heal.