{"id":208,"date":"2024-08-06T02:46:24","date_gmt":"2024-08-06T02:46:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.granddentalfranklinpark.com\/blog\/?p=208"},"modified":"2024-09-06T03:13:05","modified_gmt":"2024-09-06T03:13:05","slug":"broken-braces-what-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.granddentalfranklinpark.com\/blog\/2024\/08\/06\/broken-braces-what-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Busted Wire? Steps You Should Take When Dealing with Broken Braces"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Orthodontic emergencies are not uncommon. Although traditional braces are designed to be durable, too much force or pressure can cause brackets to break and wires to detach, resulting in lacerating gums and even chipped teeth. Dealing with broken braces<\/a> can cause a person to panic; however, knowing the appropriate steps to take can ensure timely care is provided and the potential for further harm is reduced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Can Cause Braces to Break?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Most individuals who wear traditional braces never experience an orthodontic emergency; however, this doesn\u2019t mean that they don\u2019t happen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Brackets can become loose and fall off, wires can break and detach, and other appliances, like a palate expander, can also separate from teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facial trauma is one of the more common reasons braces might break but also biting down on hard foods or using teeth as tools can result in orthodontic injuries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should You Do When Dealing with Broken Braces?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although it might seem as if panicking is the normal response, it\u2019s important that a person remains calm to avoid accidentally causing additional harm to the mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The first step is for them to look closely at the damaged area to determine what kind of breakage has occurred. It is necessary to then call the dentist or orthodontist to explain the situation and request an immediate appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After scheduling a visit, the next step is for the individual to alleviate any discomfort and attempt to further safeguard one\u2019s smile. This can be accomplished by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n