When you first get your braces on, your teeth will hurt for a few days, as they will every time you get your braces tightened or your wires changed.
Always follow the recommended dosage and check with your doctor first if you are taking other medication. Kava kava (piper methysticum). The effectiveness of Kava in anxiety conditions has been proven in clinical studies. It appears from research that it may have a directly soothing effect on the amygdala (the main part of the brain involved in the fear response) and this makes it a particularly useful herb for anxiety problems.
Several herbal remedies have been studied as a treatment for anxiety, but more research is needed to understand the risks and benefits. Here's what we know â and don't know: 1  Kava. 2  Kava appeared to be a promising treatment for anxiety, but reports of serious liver damage â even with short-term use â caused several European countries to pull it off the market. 3  The Food and Drug Administration has issued warnings but not banned sales in the United States.