Is It An Emergency?
Coleman Orthodontics True orthodontic emergencies are very rare. Most orthodontic problems are relatively minor, and you may be surprised to learn that you may be able to temporarily solve many problems yourself until you can schedule an appointment with our office . When working with your appliances, you will need to know the names of the parts so you are able to identify what part is broken, out of place, or causing you discomfort. Visit the Types of Appliances page the Coleman Orthodntics website to learn more. If you ever find yourself in what you believe to be an orthodontic emergency , the first step is to determine the severity of the problem: is it really a true emergency or is it a less serious issue that you can fix yourself? Below are three common orthodontic problems you may be able to take care of at home, prior to scheduling a visit to our orthodontic office. Loose or Poking Wires: If a wire causes irritation, push the wire away from the area using the...