Pain, discomfort and sensitivityQuestion before treatment

Will it hurt once I start wearing aligners?

Answered byDr Ivelina Ivanova-Koycheva, Orthodontist (MSc)Master's degrees in orthodontics in Rome and in aligner treatment in Turin, international lecturerPublished on 12 November 2026

Aligners apply controlled pressure to the teeth, because the tooth movements are planned using special software. This allows the force to be adjusted more precisely, which reduces discomfort. According to studies, aligners cause significantly less pain than braces. Patients also usually get used to them more quickly, and the feeling of pressure is milder than with traditional orthodontic appliances.

This answer is for general information. Your own case needs an examination by an orthodontist.