Clear aligners cause pressure and mild soreness, not sharp pain, and Dr. Kim can check a tray that rubs a sore spot at our Bloomingdale office. Your teeth usually feel tight for the first couple of days with each new set of trays, then settle. Over-the-counter pain relief and softer foods help. Pain that is sharp or lasts longer is worth a call.
Over-the-counter pain relief as the label directs and softer foods for a day or two usually carry you through. Tell us if a tray rubs a sore spot, because that is easy to fix.
If you are weighing treatment, the clear aligners page shows how it works.