We’ve all heard the rumors, two people share an intimate moment when all of a sudden their braces get stuck together. Just thinking about the shame, the horror, and the embarrassment of having to call your orthodontist to help unstick you and your lover may be just enough to keep you away from kissing during your time with braces. Fortunately, you’ve got no need to worry! In the extensively long history that the world has had modern braces, there’s only been ONE case in the 1970’s of a kissing incident needing an orthodontic intervention.
However, if your love life is holding you back from straight teeth as an adult, it shouldn’t be! There are tons of ways to ensure that you make it through a make out without harming yourself or your partner with the metal in your mouth.
Start Slow
While kissing your partner might come naturally to you, it’s important to note that getting braces put on and minor adjustments can leave your mouth sensitive for a day or two. It might be uncomfortable to lock lips right away, so take it slow.
Experiment Gently
As we mentioned above, first time braces wearers might find kissing with them uncomfortable at first. However, as you get used to having braces in your mouth and they become second nature, so will kissing with them. Take the time to find out what works for you and your partner and what doesn’t. Ensure that you’re both comfortable and that whatever you’re each doing isn’t causing the other any pain. If it does, slow down, restart, and readjust to try something a bit different.
When in doubt, Invisalign!
If you’re really nervous about braces affecting your intimate life, ask Dr. Reed about your Invisalign options. Because Invisalign is made of clear plastic trays without the bumps, metal, or wires that traditional braces come with, your kissing comfort level should be immediately obvious. There is less of an adjustment and experimentation period with Invisalign, and, if it ever becomes uncomfortable while kissing, you have the option to remove the trays for that short period of time.
Getting braces as an adult is certainly nerve wracking. There are a lot of changes and adjustments you will need to make to the routines that have become well established in your life. However, rest assured that you’ll be able to continue kissing your partner.
If you have any other questions, or would like to set up a consultation with Dr. Reed to discuss adult braces options contact us here!
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