hot salt water. I don't know the why of why it works, but it will work. the pain sunsides after a week or two. geez, I'm really remembering how much mine hurt. Head gear will extend the tenderness. gradually eat through the pain.
i never had to have braces, thank god! i love my straight teeth....sucks for you. i'll set an healing spell on you, if i can have your permission to do so...?