My 10 year son just had a Herbst Device installed two days ago, he is miserable and can not swallow, therefore

Question

has not eaten. How long does this last, we are thinking of having it remove

Answer 1

take him back to the ortho.

they shoud've just put the device in without any adjustments, to give him time to get used to it...

he should be able to swallow. chewing might be an issue for a while.

his back teeth might not meet, so some foods might be difficult to chew: salads especially. i hated salads. unless it was mainly the core part....

Answer 2

I might have to get a herbst after I get my braces off, which is about 6 months. It takes a week to get use to it and for the pain to go away.

If you have anymore questions about the herbst appliance, messag me.

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Answer 3

Herbst devices are really uncomfortable for about a week. if he seriously cannot swallow anything, go back to the orthodontist. If it is just that he cannot chew comfortably, make lots of smoothies and pudding, and give him advil or tylenol for the next couple of days.