The honest answer is that braces do not hurt at all when they are applied to the teeth, so there is no reason to be anxious about the placement appointment. There will be mild soreness or discomfort after the orthodontic wire is engaged into the newly placed brackets, which may last for a few days to a week.

How long will my teeth hurt after braces are put on?

Mild pain or discomfort is a normal side effect of wearing braces. But you should only feel the discomfort immediately after your orthodontist places or adjusts your braces or wires. The discomfort typically disappears within four days, and braces pain rarely lasts longer than a week.

What hurts more getting braces on or off?

More specifically, is it going to hurt? In short, the answer is no. As a brace-wearing veteran who has gone through all of the routine adjustments, you'll be able to take any discomfort in stride. And the excitement of getting your braces off will far outweigh anything you might feel when the braces come off.