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Orthodontic emergencies, though rare, do happen. Empowering yourself with \u201cwhat-to-do-when\u201d knowledge can help you stay calm when you are faced with something unplanned for during your treatment. \u00a0Learn what to do with the most common orthodontic emergencies: \u00a0mouth soreness, pokey wires, cheek sores, loose bands or brackets, and mouth injuries so you can enjoy your smile transformation process more fully. <\/span>Dr. Hardy<\/span><\/a>\u00a0and all of our team at <\/span>Belmar Orthodontics<\/span><\/a> are here to help support you as you receive your life-changing <\/span>orthodontic treatment<\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Creating change takes change so expect that when you first get your <\/span>braces<\/span><\/a> put on, and after every subsequent adjustment, you will experience some mouth soreness. This is NOT something to worry about! This is normal! What causes it? Your orthodontic appliance, with its archwire and brackets, is designed to shift your teeth with mild pressure. \u00a0Your jaw responds to this pressure by shifting your teeth into new positions. \u00a0It does this by dissolving bone in the path of the moving tooth and laying down new bone behind it–pretty fascinating stuff! Take comfort in the fact that the more you feel, the closer you are to achieving the changes your bite and teeth need to arrive at their correct positioning. Your new smile is in process! \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Most patients experience tooth tenderness and a dull ache for the first 2-4 days following receiving their new braces. \u00a0Some tips for making it through these first, challenging days are to: <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n During the initial adjustment period, new braces patients may get small sores on their lips or cheeks. \u00a0Each patient experience is different, but within a few weeks, the lips and cheeks will become less sensitive. If your braces irritate any parts of your lip or cheek tissue, place a small piece of wax on the part of your braces that is causing the irritation. Orabase\u00ae or <\/span>Orajel\u00ae <\/span><\/a>can be used for immediate relief. If the problem doesn\u2019t cease, give our office a call so we can ascertain if the bracket or wire needs adjustment.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Brackets and bands can break when patients eat certain prohibited foods or pick at their braces causing some common\u00a0orthodontic emergencies. \u00a0Avoid these orthodontic emergencies\u00a0by familiarizing yourself with the steps for <\/span>caring for your braces<\/span><\/a>. \u00a0If a band or bracket comes loose and is uncomfortable, place a piece of wax over the spot causing the discomfort. In general, broken brackets are not\u00a0orthodontic emergencies and can be fixed at your next scheduled appointment. There are certain scenarios that would necessitate being seen sooner: \u00a01) If the broken bracket causes significant discomfort; 2) if the broken bracket is supposed to hold a rubber band in place; and\/or 3) if a bracket breaks on one of the upper or lower 4 front teeth. If any of these scenarios exist, please call the office and we will schedule an appointment as soon as possible to address your orthodontic emergencies.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Wires can come loose from sticky foods or when a patient picks at the braces causing orthodontic emergencies. If you notice a wire is protruding and causing discomfort, try using a Q-tip or clean pencil eraser to push the wire in towards the teeth to relieve the discomfort. Placing wax on the spot causing irritation may also allow the cheek to heal and toughen up. If you continue to have issues, please <\/span>contact our office<\/span><\/a> and we will help you remedy the situation. To help avoid accidental damage, patients should also avoid biting their fingernails, pens or pencils.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you notice a loose or missing elastic tie that goes around a bracket, don\u2019t worry. These elastic ties can be fixed or replaced during your next appointment.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n If you experience a bump or trauma to the mouth during orthodontic treatment that has injured\/hit your teeth, please call the office right away. \u00a0A short examination will ensure that no damage has been done.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Life with braces brings exciting changes, and sometimes some challenging adjustments too, but the end result is a healthier you! \u00a0<\/span>Belmar Orthodontics<\/span><\/a> can help you obtain a healthy, functional, attractive smile. Our online <\/span>patient education<\/span><\/a> can help answer any questions you may have, and our friendly staff is always available to help. \u00a0Call 303.225.9016 today to learn more about braces or to schedule an appointment. \u00a0<\/span>Dr. Hardy<\/span><\/a>\u00a0is\u00a0<\/span>committed to your care and will help you reach your smile goals as quickly and efficiently as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Orthodontic emergencies, though rare, do happen. Empowering yourself with […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[435,436],"tags":[],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\nMy Mouth is Sore!<\/span><\/h2>\n
How Long Will This Soreness Last?<\/span><\/h2>\n
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What Do I Do with Lip and Cheek Sores?<\/span><\/h2>\n
If You Have Loose Bands and Brackets<\/span><\/h2>\n
Help for Pokey Wires<\/span><\/h2>\n
Problems with Elastic Ties<\/span><\/h2>\n
Mouth Accidents or Injuries<\/span><\/h2>\n
Call for an Orthodontic Emergencies\u00a0Consultation<\/span><\/h2>\n