User blog comment:GrimmsDePytheLover/Who said it was a good idea to put a bunch of metal in a human's mouth?/@comment-26382369-20160402152016

I had braces when I was younger. They do hurt a lot when you first get them but it's only because the weight on your teeth. Eventually the weight won't bother you anymore and you'll get used to it. For now, just have your parents (or yourself) make you softer foods. But you will be able to eat everything you like, without it hurting! Be mindful of what you aren't allowed to eat, or eat it occasionally so you don't break a bracket.

And a heads up, they will hurt after tightening as well.

I was pretty good with braces but sucked at my retainer, lol.