Emergency care for Orthodontics

The following orthodontic emergencies are listed below. Only the most severe emergencies may require immediate attention by an orthodontist. The majority of these are easily treated with a follow-up by the patient’s orthodontist. Please inform your orthodontist if experiencing any of these occurrences.

-Food caught Between Teeth
– Ligatures come Off
– Discomfort
– Mouth sores
– Irritation of Lips or cheeks
– Protruding Wire
– Loose Brackets, Wires or Bands