re: braces, pain -
@aCuteLittleBox@fedi.lynnesbian.space tylenol and ibuprophen are safe to take together, and tylenol doesn't do too much for swelling, so maybe try taking some advil too :) caffeine also helps them work better so having it with a cup of coffee might be worth a shot!
i remember the real trick was to get it on board before the adjustment, but it was a real pain in the... well, a real pain in the teeth, lol. i hope y'all get to feeling better soon!