Emergency Info

Even though we don't want them to, sometimes unexpected things can happen with your braces. If you run into any problems with your braces during non business hours; here are some tips to help you manage the situation until an appointment can be scheduled!

If your wire becomes too long in the back...	Place enough wax in the area to completely cover the wire & bracket
If your power chain breaks....	Use a pair of tweezers, or your fingers to remove the power chain
If a bracket comes loose...	Place enough wax to completely cover the bracket
If your lace beigns to unravel...	Unwind the remaining lace from your brackets with a pair of tweezers

*Drying the area first helps the wax stick better!

If your band comes loose...	Add a small amount of toothpaste to the band & press it back into place.
If the end of your tie gets pushed out from under your arch wire...	Use a pencil eraser or your finger to push it back under the arch wire.
If your arch wire comes out in the back....	Lay the arch wire against the bracket & place enough wax to completely cover the bracket.
If your arch wire comes out in the back....	Place enough wax over broken area to secure arch wire If possible, remove arch wire with a pair of tweezers, or your fingers.
If one of your colors come off.... No need for any after hours care. your braces are fine!