Troubleshooting

Problem

Solution

Loose Bracket

Loose Band

• If the bracket or band is still attached to the wire, leave it in place. If uncomfortable, cover with wax. Call for an appointment. If wearing elastics, DO NOT CONNECT ELASTICS TO A LOOSE BAND.

• This is not an emergency. Please call to schedule an appointment.
  
   

Soreness from Braces   

• Rinse mouth with warm salt water. If necessary, take the pain reliever that you would use for a headache or similar discomfort. Anything with ibuprofen should help to relieve the soreness. Chewing gum might also help with any discomfort. 

Wire out of Tube

• Try to place the wire back into tube with tweezers or try to bend it down so it is not poking your cheeks or gums. You could also try to clip the wire with nail clippers. If you brake a bracket, that is OK, just remove the bracket. Place wax on wire if uncomfortable. Call to schedule an appointment.
   

Rotated Archwire

• Starting in the middle of the arch, try to slide the wire back around to the other side. If unsuccessful, place wax on wire and call for an appointment.
   

Poking Tie Wire

• Bend wire back with a pencil eraser, tweezers or finger nail. If unsuccessful, cover with wax and call for an appointment.
   

• Cover with wax or wet cotton. Call for an appointment.
  
   

• Call immediately. You can reach Kristie after hours on the emergency line: 303-257-4383