Dental Braces And Canker Sores: Is There A Link?
Your mouth will certainly feel different once your new braces are in place. Yes, there will be some minor discomfort, but this is to be expected and won't last long. This is due to the physical pressure that the braces apply to your teeth to encourage bone remodeling, which is how your braces will realign your teeth. But what about irritations, such as canker sores? Are these small mouth ulcers a normal side effect of dental braces?