Sometimes we need a little troubleshooting during fixed braces treatment. So here we go!
Fixed braces are bonded onto teeth with a strong composite resin that helps braces stay on for a long period of time, even in an environment of high chewing forces.
Understanding Why Do Braces Break is important to avoid this from happening.
Habits:
Trauma:
If the loose piece is very loose and feels like it will dislodge completely, gently remove it with your fingers or eyebrow tweezers. Manage the exposed wire as discussed in the next section of poky wires.
If the loose piece is on the main wire, stabilize it with a ball of braces wax.
Do notify the Team@MyBracesClinic by dropping us a Facebook Message, calling us at (65)6737 9797 or email us at smilematters@mybracesclinic.com. We would like to schedule an earlier appointment to get you comfortable.
Poky wires are a nuisance as it is scratchy and can cause ulcers when it catches on the lip, cheeks or gums.
Treat the ulcer by drying the area with a tissue or cotton bud and applying a thin layer if ulcer cream as often as possible. Painkillers will certainly help to reduce discomfort. DO NOT cut the wire yourself. The instrument you use to cut the wire maybe dirty and lead to infection if you nick yourself. If the cutting instrument is blunt or bulky, you may actually cause more braces to break off and make matters worse.
If the poky wire is easily visible and it is soft and bendy, you may want to tuck it away with a rubberized end of a pencil.
Use a ball of braces wax to cover it up.
Kindly notify the Team@MyBracesClinic by dropping us a Facebook Message, calling us at (65)6737 9797 or email us at smilematters@mybracesclinic.com. We would like to schedule an earlier appointment to get you comfortable.
The braces are about the size of orange seeds and are made of surgical-grade stainless steel and porcelain.
If the loose braces are accidentally swallowed, it usually passes out uneventfully when you head for the loo (and do a poo!). Often patients are unaware that they have swallowed it.
However, if you experience any discomfort, do head to the nearest medical doctor for an assessment and notify us ASAP.
Please notify the Team@MyBracesClinic by dropping us a Facebook Message, calling us at (65)6737 9797 or email us at smilematters@mybracesclinic.com. We would like to schedule an earlier appointment to get you comfortable.
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