Braces are a much more common thing for people to go through today than it was many years ago. Not only are more children and teenagers going through the process of having braces, Dunnellon adults too are becoming more common to see with braces as well.
Having braces on your teeth to straighten them is not something that is done in a matter of months. Typically, having braces on your teeth will be a time frame of about two years. Because of this, it is important to regularly care for and protect your braces.
Even when you are trying your best to keep up with regular maintenance for your braces, sometimes things happen when they break or stop functioning properly. Because of this, many people will not know what to do once they break their braces, or how they can care for them in the meantime when waiting to be seen by a professional.
Understand Different Issues That Can Happen With Braces
Braces are made from strong metals to help shift teeth overtime, and they are secure to the surface of a tooth with a strong adhesive, but with both of these characteristics of braces, Dunnellon residents should know that they can still break from normal actions like eating certain types of food.
There are multiple ways in which braces can break or stop working properly, and this depends on the type of orthodontic work that a person has in their mouth, but there are typically two very common scenarios that people with braces may find themselves in.
One common issue that many people will face is when a bracket gets loose and unstuck from the surface of a tooth. This is not as serious as some people may make it out to be. A more serious issue however that is also common is when a patient breaks the metal wires in their braces.
Should I Go to My Dentist for Broken Braces?
When a patient is dealing with an issue of broken braces, Dunnellon residents should know that they need to see a professional as soon as possible to correct the issue. Because of this, many people will instinctively call their dentist and set up an appointment.
While a dental professional is more than capable in assessing the damage to teeth or gums, they are not always the right professional when dealing with braces. This is why it is much better to contact an orthodontist to help with these specific brace issues.
A dental office is not going to have all the tools and items needed to fix damaged braces, and they will refer you to an orthodontist anyway. Keep in mind that a dentist or orthodontist may have a busy schedule with other patients, so it’s important to call as soon as possible to set up an appointment to be seen by a professional.
*Disclaimer: The views expressed here are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent or reflect the views of Anchor Dental Care*