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Goshgarian Orthodontics 1400 N Western Ave 5465 Grand Ave Lake Forest, IL Gurnee, IL (847)295-3370 (847)623-5420 Caring for Your Appliance When we first place your appliance it will take some time for your mouth to get used to it being there. You may find it difficult at first to talk, swallow or eat. This is temporary and will pass within the first couple of days. We do recommend reading something aloud at home the first night to help with your speech. You should not experience any soreness or pain but if so taking an over the counter pain medication such as Tylenol, Advil, or Ibuprofen will help. While your mouth is getting used to the appliance you may get sores on your lips or insides of your cheeks. These are temporary and will fade. To help heal any sores you can use orthodontic wax, which we provide, and rinse your mouth with warm salt water. Do not use mouthwash as it will irritate sores further. Hard, chewy, or crunchy foods should be broken or cut into smaller pieces Granola Bars Chips/Pretzels Apples Carrots Meat Bagels Hard and chewy sugary foods should be avoided Taffy and Caramel Gum Hard candies Hard foods and habits to avoid Eating Ice Nuts Biting fingernails Chewing on pens and pencils Opening sports bottles with your teeth Keeping everything clean is very important. Brushing after every time you eat is recommended. When brushing you should make sure you are brushing around the appliance to get everything clean. If ever there is an issue with your appliance please make sure to call the office. We will do our best to get you in for an appointment as soon as possible to make you comfortable or fix the issue. Please don’t hesitate to call the office with any questions or concerns you may have.