Can playing the saxophone damage your teeth?
Most of the problems are experienced by musicians who play the saxophone or clarinet as they will put a lot of pressure on the lower lip and the teeth to support the weight of the saxophone/clarinet. Teeth misalignment may also be experienced if they play the instruments extensively.
Can you play saxophone with a retainer?
Do not chew gum with retainers in your mouth. If you play a musical instrument which places pressure on your teeth (i.e. trumpet, saxophone, etc.) we would encourage you to wear it while playing or practicing.
Can you play an instrument with a retainer in?
Never use your tongue or teeth to remove or insert your retainers because doing so will weaken them over time and cause them to break. Remove your retainers when playing a musical instrument with your mouth or singing in a choir.
Can you play flute with a retainer?
They do not drastically affect your playing, although it takes a week or two to get back to playing normally. I had traintracks, and now have a retainer and find it is easier to play without it in.
Is it hard to play flute with braces?
Getting braces can be a pretty traumatic experience for a student who plays the flute. I have had kids come to their lessons in tears after getting braces, swearing they would never be able to play the flute again. Most kids find they now unable to bite, pull or pinch the corners with all the hardware in their mouth.
Do braces affect playing the flute?
For about a month or so after you get your braces, you may not be able to make a sound with your flute. Gradually, as you get used to the braces, you will then be able to play again. You don’t need to change your embouchure position or anything.
This feeling is usually a result of pressure and this kind of discomfort tends to go away once the retainer is worn regularly again. If discomfort does not go away after regular wear of the retainer, it is best to contact your dental professional.
Having a metal object in your mouth all the time can be uncomfortable. Your tongue can rub against the wire. If the bond comes off or the wire breaks, your tongue may get irritated or scratched. Eating some foods might change how effective it is.
How long can you go without wearing your retainer?
If you go a month without wearing retainers, it’s possible your bite may begin to change. Orthodontic Experts’ doctors say your overbite and overjet may start to increase. Your retainers will most likely be tight if you go a week without wearing them (and even tighter if you go a month without wearing them).
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