If braces are causing severe or prolonged pain or if something breaks, you should contact our office right away. Our team will schedule you in for an emergency repair appointment and walk you through any temporary solutions to correct the issues until your appointment. Be sure to reference the list below for some immediate solutions.
Immediate Relief Solutions
Protruding Wire
Using the tip of a pencil eraser, push the poking wire down or place wax on it to alleviate the irritation.
Loose Bracket, Band, Or Wire
If your bracket or band is still attached to the wire, you should leave it in place and put wax on it. If a wire is loose, try using tweeters to put it back into place. If this does not help, place some wax over it.
Soreness After An Adjustment
When you get your braces on, you may feel general soreness in your mouth and teeth may be tender to biting pressures for three to five days following the adjustment. This can be relieved by rinsing your mouth with warm salt water. Another option is to use Orabase as a temporary covering to the affected area. If the tenderness is severe, take aspirin or whatever you normally take for headache or similar pain.
The lips, cheeks, and tongue may also become irritated during the adjustment process. They toughen as you get used to the feeling of braces. Put wax on the braces to ease the pain associated with this process.
Remember, if you are experiencing any issues with your appliances, our team is here to help! Please contact us right away if you have any questions or are experiencing any discomfort.
