If you experience an orthodontic emergency, such as a broken or lost appliance, we urge you to call our office as soon as possible. Even if you have a regular appointment scheduled soon, please call us immediately to let us know that you need an appliance repaired. We will also be able to provide you with any needed instructions on what to do until you can come to see our orthodontist.

Orthodontic emergencies may include:

• Loose brackets
• Loose bands
• Poking wires
• Wire irritations
• Lost separators
• Pain caused by braces or other orthodontic appliances