Most brackets can be replaced quickly by an orthodontist. There are many guides out there for do-it-yourself bracket repair, but we do not recommend doing that. You are just as likely to make your situation worse, which sets you back even further. If you swallowed the bracket, it will likely pass through your system without any harm, but seek medical attention if you feel any pain or discomfort. Join us in the comments below or contact us today! Cancel Reply. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
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Obviously, you want your brackets to give in that case. Avoid sticky candy, hard foods like nuts and carrots , or anything especially chewy. Although you may eat them once without incident, these foods have the potential to break your brackets and send you straight back to our office. If a bracket is a little loose, you can wait until your next scheduled appointment. If you have a loose bracket : Brackets are metal or ceramic pieces that are attached to each tooth.
Your orthodontist will use an adhesive material to attach them to your teeth. The adhesive or glue can weaken or break, causing the bracket to come loose. If bracket glue came off and the bracket can be easily removed, bring it to your orthodontist, and they will address the problem.
If the wire is still attached to the bracket, leave it and use orthodontic wax to hold the bracket in place. If you have a protruding or broken wire : Orthodontic wires connect bracketed teeth and ultimately guide teeth into proper alignment. Broken wires can stick out and hurt the inside of your mouth.
If the wire is still attached to the bracket but sticking out, try to gently move it back into position with a cotton swab or pencil eraser. If it is still protruding, use orthodontic wax to cover the pointed end of the wire until you can see your orthodontist.
If you have a loose spacer : Spacers are small rubber rings between your teeth to make space for bands to fit around your teeth comfortably. They are usually left in place for a few days before placing braces on your teeth. If your spacers move out of position or fall out entirely, no need to worry! It most likely means that you're ready to have your bands put on. Loose band : Bands are the metal rings that fully surround your back teeth and sometimes front teeth.
If you feel a band has come loose, call your orthodontist to have it replaced or re-cemented. Never try to put a band back on a tooth yourself. If it comes off completely, save it and bring it to your appointment for reattachment. A loose band may come off without your knowledge, and there is some risk of choking or swallowing it.
A floating bracket rarely causes as much pain or damage as other breakages, but it can rub on the inside of your mouth.
Before visiting your Orthodontist for the repair, you can sterilise a pair of tweezers and use them to slide the bracket along the wire so it sits between two teeth or into the centre of the tooth.
If the bracket is uncomfortable, cover the surface with some dental wax. If your arch wire breaks, the sharp end can poke into your cheek or gum, causing it to bleed and increases the chance of infection. If there is any risk that the patient may swallow the small piece of clipped wire, try using a tissue inside the mouth while clipping the end. As teeth move, there is a slight chance that the wire will come out of the last bracket. If the wire is poking into the check or gum, cut the end with nail clippers or small pliers.
You can also use Orthodontic wax to cover up sharp ends. Contact your Orthodontist to have the wire replaced. Eating foods that are too hard for braces can cause the wire to bend. If you notice any changes with the wire being loose, bent or broken,make an appointment with your Orthodontist straight away.
The most common reason braces break is eating hard, crunchy or sticky food. Remember to think before you eat to avoid a break. A few minutes each day spent cutting food into smaller pieces or swapping out foods not recommended for braces can save time in the long-run.
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