Emergencies

Problem	Home Solutions
Wires sticking	If a wire is causing an irritation use a blunt instrument (back of spoon or eraser end of pencil) and carefully push wire down. If not possible, place wax on wire.
Loose bracket/band	If band or bracket is still attached to archwire, leave in place. If uncomfortable, put wax on it.
Lost tiewire, elastic tie or broken power chain	Please notify us during regular office hours.
Soreness	Use warm salt water rinses and Tylenol or Ibuprofen.
Swartz, Headgear, Twin Block, Lip Bumper etc. is lost, broken or not fitting	Please contact us during regular office hours to set up an appointment.

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