[header] How to alleviate orthodontic brace pain [title] Eat soft foods for the first few days. [step] The bulk of orthodontic brace pain will happen in the first 24 to 72 hours after braces are put on your teeth. During the first few days, eat very soft foods that don't require much chewing until you are more accustomed to eating with braces. 
Foods like soups, applesauce and mashed potatoes are good choices. [title] Eat cold or frozen foods like ice cream.