Absolutely No
Sticky Foods
Caramels, Sugar Daddies, Starbursts, Carameled Apples, Sugar Babies, Jolly Ranchers, Toffee, Tootsie Rolls, or Gummy Bears, etc
DO NOT CHEW ON PENS, PENCILS, OR FINGERNAILS
PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS
You may be able to solve many braces problems temporarily by yourself until you can make a repair appointment with the office. These problems need not cause delay in your treatment.
PROBLEM
Loose Brands Or Brackets
SOLUTION
If a band or bracket is still attached to the wire, leave in place. If uncomfortable, place wax on it. If it comes out completely, wrap the brace or bracket in a tissue, and dispose of it.
PROBLEM
Loose Wire
SOLUTION
Try to place wire back into place with tweezers. If that is not possible, clip wire with a fingernail clipper behind last tooth to which it is securely fastened. If you still have discomfort, place wax on it.
PROBLEM
Poking Wire
SOLUTION
Try to push sticking wire down with a spoon or eraser. If not possible, place wax on it.
PROBLEM
Lost Wire Tie Or Elastic Tie
SOLUTION
Notify us at your next appointment
PROBLEM
Soreness
SOLUTION
Use warm salt water rinses and / or Tylenol or Advil
PROBLEM
Loose Appliance
SOLUTION
If appliance is sticking or poking, place wax on it.
PROBLEM
Lost Appliance
SOLUTION
Call the office to schedule an appointment