I wear braces and elastics. I ate a little snack and didn't take off da rubber band I noticed that I accidentally swallowed one w/ my food. I can feel it in my throat and the next day my throat hurt REALLY BAD its been 3 days and I feel da same. I already drank tons of water ate dry bread meat banana ice cream etc and it hurts A LOT when I swallow. I've been to the doctor and he said its impossible cuaz the elastic is too small so I isn't even get a x ray done he said its probably a scratched throat. If it is a scratched throat how long does it take to heal? Why does it feel like the rubber band is there. (the way I wear my elastic makes the rubber band wider and bigger)3 days and I feel the same I even shook salt water in my throat. What should I do?

Well, it seems like this is distressing you, I would suggest that you go back to the doctors if you are really unsure they might be able to look further into your throat. I would be tempted to think it might just be a scratch though that is getting irritated by the food you are swallowing.

But how long does it take to heal if it's a scratched throat