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Tonsillitis vs braces

Will I still get my braces put on if I still have tonsillitis? Have got antibiotics from the doctors but am just waiting to feel better. Getting my braces put on in two days.

Female | 18 years old
Medications: Antibiotics
Conditions: Tonsillitis once before

November 25, 09:45 PM

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As long as you are do not have anything contagious and feel well enough there is no reason that you shouldn't be able to get your braces put on. Good luck!

Timothy Agapas, DDS, DipOrtho, FRCD(C)

Orthodontist in Kingston, ON

Level: Key Opinion Leader (220)

November 26, 11:54 AM

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As long as your symptoms seem to be improving, there should be no problem.

Joe Reed, DMD, MAGD

Dentist in Arlington, TX

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Website: Arlington Dental

December 15, 07:40 PM

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Yep you can still have the braces put on even though you have tonsillitis.

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Peter Merai, DDS

Dentist in Oxon Hill, MD

Level: Master Contributor (66)

Website: Comprehensive Dental Care of Oxon Hill

April 29, 07:25 PM

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I do not believe you will have any issues getting your braces on in two days. The antibiotics you are taking will make you non contiguous to others. If you feel swelling in your lymph nodes, headaches or pain let your orthodontist know so they can prescribe an anti-inflammatory or other medication to you. Did you discuss invisalign with your orthodontist?

David Westerberg, DDS

Dentist in Redlands, CA

Level: Master Contributor (63)

April 01, 09:25 PM

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Yes probably can get started with orthodontic braces.

Let your orthodontist / dentist know

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When you keep your appointment.

Daniel G. Sena, DDS

Dentist in Dallas, TX

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March 10, 11:10 PM

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Having braces put on will not worsen your tonsillitis. Your main consideration should be transmitting whatever you have to the public. As long as you feel well and are not contagious, go for it...just let the office know your situation so they can take extra precautions. There is nothing worse than treating a patient and have them inform you after that they have been extremely sick for a week.