I got braces yesterday and I'm in so much pain, any suggestions?!

I got braces yesterday and I'm in so much pain, any suggestions?

awww welcome to the club!!! sleep on your back, avoid putting pressure on your face. foods i could eat were hot dogs, oatmeal, pudding soft things. and cut things up in bite size pieces. dont worry, a bit awkward having braces at first, but just imagine the feeling of little rocks in your mouth- thats wat my orthodontist told me when i first got them. but dont worry- ive had mine for three yrs so im guessing and estimating, but in about a week you wont even know they're there. i was told to take ibuprofen (dunno if its spelled right) but it reduces pain and swelling.