How to handle orthodontic emergencies at home?

Think you have an Orthodontic emergency? First of all, don’t worry. There are very few orthodontic emergencies and most common problems can be treated at home.

After visiting our clinic, you might feel that your teeth a sore. It's normal! While adjusting to your new braces you can take any non-aspirin pain relievers. Remember that a warm wash cloth, heating pad or warm salt water can help reduce pain.

If your braces cause irritation, try moving the wires using an eraser or a cotton swab. If it doesn’t help, try to cover the end of it with cotton or a small amount of wax. If the wire is still painful, you can cut it.

If a bracket comes loose and you must cut the wire, use fingernail clippers that have been washed and sterilized and call us to schedule a repair treatment. It’s also common that a separator comes out during treatment or at home. Just give us a call and we’ll see if it needs to be replaced

If you still believe that you are having a situation that you can not treat on your own, contact us and we’ll do everything possible to fit you right in for a check up.

If you want to get more information about orthodontic emergencies, please visit us at http://www.hansonplaceortho.com/