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If you have had braces for a while, you know that wires or brackets could break. Broken braces wire can cause discomfort and abrasions in the mouth. Leaving brackets or wires broken could also lead to less effective treatment, so you should schedule an appointment with your orthodontist immediately.
In the meantime, you can do minor fixes. Here are three common issues patients face when using braces and what you can do to remedy these.
The brackets are the small metal squares attached to each tooth using a special adhesive. Sometimes, a bracket could dislodge from the tooth but still be attached to the wire. This does not cause a lot of pain, but it can rub on the inside of the mouth.
Before your visit, you can use a pair of sterilised tweezers to move the bracket and rotate it to face the right way. Slide it along the wire and place it between two teeth. Use dental wax to cover its surface if you find the metal uncomfortable.
A broken archwire can be a difficult situation since the sharp end might poke the inside of your cheek, causing your gums to bleed. This, in turn, could increase your risk for infections.
Protect your mouth by cutting off the jagged end. Use a small pair of pliers or nail clippers to snip the wire. If you’re scared of accidentally swallowing the wire, use a piece of tissue to catch the clipping as it falls.
When your teeth move, there is always a slim chance of the wire coming out of the last bracket. Protruding wires can also cut your inner mouth, so remedy this the way you would deal with broken wires; clip the part that juts out and cover the sharp nub with dental wax.
Another common problem is bent wires. If this happens, the loose bands cannot pull the teeth together effectively. There are no quick fixes to this; you have to set an appointment with your orthodontist as soon as possible. Otherwise, your treatment will not get the results you intended.
Eating hard, crunchy, or sticky food is the most common culprit for broken dental appliances. Another is unwieldy bites of food. Think about whether your braces can handle the food you’re about to eat and make sure you cut your food into manageable pieces.
Sports are also a common reason why braces get damaged. Prevent accidents by wearing a mouthguard before playing. Finally, ask your doctor about interdental brushes. These are highly effective in getting rid of food particles in between teeth. Ask them to demonstrate how you can use this brush on your braces.
Broken braces, floating brackets, and other similar issues can cause your treatment to stall. When your dental appliance cannot keep your teeth in place, it can cause these to revert to their old positions. Always seek help from your orthodontist if your wires or brackets fail; it is their responsibility to ensure that your treatment goes as planned.
At Clear Smiles Orthodontics, we are serious about keeping our patients on track to getting their best smile by using braces. Our orthodontic treatment is among the best in the Gold Coast, and our dedicated team of professionals is ready to assist you through our exclusive after-care and retention programme. Get in touch with us for details.
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