Most orthodontic “emergencies” can be managed at home until you can get to our clinic. If a wire is poking your cheek or a bracket feels loose, here is what to do:
- Use Orthodontic Wax: Cover any sharp edges with a small pea-sized ball of wax.
- The Tweezers Trick: If a wire has slipped out of its tube, you can sometimes use clean tweezers to gently guide it back into place.
- Avoid Hard Foods: Most breakages happen while eating. Stick to soft foods until we can see you.
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