Ok im a mid teenager and i just got braces put on like a week ago. But ive been noticing the past two days that im swallowing wierd with my tongue, almsot like a tongue thrust. I suck all the spit from the out side of my mouth, the Front teeth region where mybraces are to my tongue and swallow. I swallow normal without my tongue touching my teeth but when i suck the spit to the tongue area my tounge pushes forward. Is this becasue of my braces or is this a problem to be concerned aobut. Ive never had a tongue thrusting problem before so why is this weird tongue thing happening now? I talk fine and evrything but is this a habit that will continue or will it go away as i get use to the braces? Answers please.
2006-07-22 06:51:03 · 7 answers · asked by Trace 1 in Health ➔ Dental
Okay, I think you have far too much time on your hands if you are thinking this much about how your tongue feels when you swallow. Go outside! Get a tan. Read a book. Watch a classic movie. Do something.
2006-07-22 06:54:47 · answer #1 · answered by Julia L. 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Life With Braces
Braces act like magnets for food, so you need to keep your teeth especially clean while you have them on. You'll want to brush after meals and be extra careful to get out any food that gets stuck in your braces. Your orthodontist also may give you a special flosser you can use to floss in and around your braces. When your orthodontist changes your wires, ask if you can do a quick floss (it'll be easier without the wires).
You won't have to go on any special diet when you have braces, but you'll want to avoid some foods that are problems for braces. Stay away from popcorn, hard and sticky candy, and especially gum. Sugary sodas and juices can cause a problem, too, because the sugar stays on your teeth and may cause tooth decay. You can have these drinks, but be sure to brush afterward.
Because braces put pressure on your teeth, you might feel uncomfortable once in a while, especially after the orthodontist makes adjustments. If you have pain, ask your mom or dad to give you a pain reliever.
If you ever have a loose wire or bracket, or a wire that is poking you, you should see the orthodontist right away to get it taken care of. If your orthodontist can't find a problem, he or she may give you some soft wax that you can stick on the bracket that's bothering you. Then it won't rub against your mouth.
So braces can be inconvenient, but lots of kids have them and they are definitely worth the trouble. When will you know for sure? On the day your braces are removed and you can see your new and improved smile!
2006-07-22 06:53:12 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your tongue is probably swollen from the braces. I had the same problem when I had braces, and still get it if I put my retainer in when I haven't worn it in awhile. If it hasn't faded by your next appt. w/ your orthodontist, I would definitely mention it.
2006-07-22 06:56:37 · answer #3 · answered by purplekristi 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son turned right into a similar way. He changed into (nonetheless is) a huge toddler and confirmed each and every of the signs and indicators of being waiting for solids round 4-5 months, so we began rice cereal. At maximum he might want to get a pair bites and some thing else might want to get pushed out of his mouth. i do not comprehend if it changed into tongue thrust or if he only did no longer have the dangle of techniques to apply his tongue to get nutrition to his throat and then swallow. He did not seem to love ingesting and favored to nurse. round 6 months we began to really push the solids (in line with pediatrician's orders) and he began to get the dangle of it and eat further and extra -- now he's 9 months and eats 3 large foodstuff of solids each day alongside with further and extra table nutrition each day. keep attempting and your toddler receives the dangle of it faster or later. prepare makes ideal! It also does no longer harm to attempt a touch fruit (applesauce is easy to digest) only to work out if it is the flavour she is reacting to or the feel, yet do not get her addicted to sweet issues first or she'll under no circumstances eat some thing else! sturdy success!
2016-11-25 01:51:58 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
why don't you just go to the dental or the one who put your braces for you? it will be more of help.
2006-07-22 06:55:10 · answer #5 · answered by shih 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ummm.....why does everyone in here think we are doctors? lol
2006-07-22 06:55:34 · answer #6 · answered by ♥ Haylow ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
thrusting.
TFTP
2006-07-22 06:54:19 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋