Whether due to an accident, injury, or just plain bad luck, sometimes people experience orthodontic emergencies. These can include everything from a broken bracket to a snapped wire or loose elastic. In any case, should you or your child experience one, don't panic: Hart Orthodontics is here to help! Just give us a call and we'll be more than happy to offer advice, first-aid tips, and even provide same-day care if necessary. Emergencies happen, but with Hart Orthodontics, we'll make sure yours doesn't throw off your treatments plan thanks to fast, efficient, and professional care. If you ever have a problem with your orthodontics and need help, be sure to give us a call right away. Also, remember that you can TEXT our office phone number (817.645.2432) and send us a picture along with an explanation about your concern.
The wires and bands on your braces can become loose for any number of reasons, but when this happens, be sure to contact us as soon as you can so we can repair them. If any piece of your braces actually comes off , please try to find it and bring it with you when you come to see us. If a loose wire is poking you, you can temporarily fix it by using a pencil eraser to push it back into place. If this doesn't help, you can also put dental wax, silicone, or a wet cotton ball over the wire to smooth it out.
In order to make your treatment as fast as possible, be sure to take care of your teeth at home, avoid the foods that can damage your braces, and see Dr. Hart as quickly as possible if something becomes loose or broken. Your compliance can literally take months off of your overall treatment time!
People undergoing orthodontic treatment can still play sports, but we recommend always hitting the field, mat, or court while wearing a protective mouthguard. Dental injuries are very common during sports, and with an orthodontic appliance in your mouth, the risk of injury to your soft tissues is even greater. We can provide you with your own custom-made mouthguard right in our office.
Ask us about our Premium Custom Mouthguards! Let us know if you need a mouthguard to fit around your braces and we will issue one for you! In case of a sports emergency, be sure to immediately check your mouth for damage. If you notice any loose teeth or broken braces, please contact our office right away. You can temporarily relieve the discomfort by applying wax.