Help please. when i get my braces removed, will my gums stop swelling?

Yes, if you.....: 1) use a soft manual toothbrush. 2) place the brush where the teeth and the gum join together. 3) move the brush in circles. 4) do all teeth this way on the face side and the tongue side. 5) initially the gum may bleed because you are cleaning out an open sore, however this bleeding will stop and the tissue will now begin to heal. 6) follow up with a water pik spraying water in circles same places.

Most likely: Many adultsin braces will experience gum inflammation that usually resolves itself when the braces come off. It's most likely because most adults won't floss as well or as regularly during orthodontic care. But see your dentist regularly to make sure it resolves.

Wrong question: The question should be, "can i get the gum swelling to go down while i'm in braces?" removing braces will not cure infected gums. Removing bacteria will. Don't wait to address this until after your braces come off. Fix it now. Ask your orthodontist & your general dentist for hygiene help. They may want you to see a periodontist.

Probably: Gum swelling often improves when braces are removed. In the meanwhile, careful brushing and flossing will help a great deal.

No: If your gums are swollen, its not from the braces, but more likely bad hygene. It will be easier to brush better once they are removed, but in general, the key is to improve your hygene.

Yes: After your braces are removed, brush your teeth and gums frequently. Your gums may bleed for a day or two, but within a week, the swelling will be much much better.

Yes: Your gums are swollen from the plaque you are not removing around the braces. Once you get your braces off there will be fewer hiding places for the plaque and it will be easier to brush and floss.