Ahhhh.....I know how you feel....I just got braces a couple weeks ago. If it hurts just get some wax, roll some into a little ball, and stick it on your braces. It acts like a cusion so you dont feel it against your cheek. As for eating, it took me about 2 weeks until I got to eat "regular" food again. But, dont baby your teeth, I know they hurt, but if you want to eat regular food faster then do it. You can PM or IM me anytime if you need advice or something.