| I have had 3 students with braces. We got dental wax immediately to cover the braces while playing. I feel the prospect of pain can demotivate all but the most dedicated players - so we just avoided it!
I focussed more on technique and flexibility than on high range during that time. One of the three was still able to play to G above high C. The other 2 had strong C and D (actually enough). No mouthpiece changes (they were playing Schilke18-Bach 1 1/4 sized mouthpieces before). Actually, as a teacher, I tried to keep the students mind on what was coming out of the bell - not concentrating on his face. They all got through this as if nothing had happened. Air is the key regardless of braces or not. The wax helps a lot!
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