At present, we do not know how to avoid the pain when the braces are first put in, or when the braces are being tightened. However, modern, cast, low profile brackets are designed to minimize your children's pain between visits to the orthodontist. Most children experience some soreness during their first week in braces and occasional pain when their braces are being tightened. However, after the first week, most children hardly notice the braces at all. Talk to your orthodontist.
Some patients continue to complain for the sake of complaining.
However, if your child continues to hurt, it could be a sign of the start of a problem. If your child is allergic to something in their braces, their gums would be inflamed and sore. Your orthodontist can check for this. Your childs mouth will also be sore if he or she is not thoroughly brushing their teeth. Again, your orthodontist can help.