{"id":218,"date":"2021-02-11T12:40:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-11T12:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smilebeautifully.com\/blog\/?p=218"},"modified":"2021-03-22T22:25:41","modified_gmt":"2021-03-22T22:25:41","slug":"playing-musical-instruments","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smilebeautifully.com\/blog\/2021\/02\/11\/playing-musical-instruments\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Play a Musical Instrument While Wearing Braces?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"212\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smilebeautifully.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/girl_playing_violin_wearing_braces__resized-300x212.jpg\" alt=\"child playing musical instruments wearing braces\" class=\"wp-image-219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smilebeautifully.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/girl_playing_violin_wearing_braces__resized-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.smilebeautifully.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/girl_playing_violin_wearing_braces__resized-768x542.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.smilebeautifully.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/girl_playing_violin_wearing_braces__resized.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or your child wants straight teeth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebeautifully.com\/traditional-orthodontics.html\">braces<\/a> are the most reliable way to get the job done. It should be noted, though, that orthodontic treatment requires some lifestyle changes. Does that amount to giving up a musical instrument? Continue reading to get the answer!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Challenges That Come Along with Wearing Braces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although traditional braces are rather durable, they are still susceptible to being damaged. If too much pressure is applied or there is negligence, a bracket or wire can break or dislodge in a blink of an eye, which will require a visit to the orthodontist to have repaired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What About Playing Instruments While Wearing Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is that it\u2019s perfectly fine to play an instrument while undergoing bite correction. However, instruments like the trombone, trumpet, French horn, tuba, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, etc. may be a bit more challenging to play, as the mouth positions required may cause some lip irritation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following adjustments can make life easier:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" type=\"1\"><li><strong>Getting some extra practice <\/strong>\u2013 At first, the braces will feel odd when playing an instrument, and there may be some soreness. Over the course of a couple of weeks, calluses will develop inside the lips that will reduce the sensitivity.<\/li><li><strong>Waxing the braces and wires <\/strong>\u2013 When wearing braces, wax is your best friend. Because wind instruments require the lips to be firmly pressed against the mouthpiece, gently coating the wires with wax helps to reduce any irritation.<\/li><li><strong>Making a routine change <\/strong>\u2013 While it\u2019s not necessary to relearn an instrument just because of wearing braces, it may be a good idea to play slower and, at first, for less time while your mouth adjusts.<\/li><li><strong>Learning to reposition the tongue <\/strong>\u2013 Patients fitted with an expander that spans the top of the mouth will need practice repositioning their tongue. They may need to spend a little more time practicing articulation so their tongue can find its new position.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Life Goes On<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The most important takeaway is that life shouldn\u2019t be placed on hold just because you or your child is fitted with braces. By applying the above adjustments when applicable, there can be a smooth transition. Over time, a person should be able to play beautifully without even thinking about his or her braces!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Gary Chaffee earned his dental degree from the Loma Linda University School of Dentistry. His postgraduate studies included a two-year Progressive Orthodontics Program. As an expert in the field, Dr. Chaffee would later go on to become an international instructor for Progressive Orthodontics. He uses his vast knowledge and experience to correct bites and create beautiful smiles with braces at Paraiso Family Dental and Orthodontics, and he can be reached for more information or to schedule a visit through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smilebeautifully.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you or your child wants straight teeth, braces are the most reliable way to get the job done. 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