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• If a wire is poking you, first try to bend it with your finger nails, or with a blunt object such as a pencil eraser. If unsuccessful, you should place orthodontic or chewing gum over it until you can come in for an emergency appointment.

• If a part of your braces breaks, save the piece and call to set up a repair visit.

• If your retainer breaks or gets distorted, stop wearing it and call to have our office repair it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself.

• If a rubber spacer (separator) falls out, you can try to replace it by threading a couple of pieces of floss through it and then pulling it between the teeth. Remove the floss.

• If you experience any bleeding when brushing and flossing, continue to keep the area clean by brushing and flossing, as this is usually a sign of plaque induced infection. If a particular area is painful or swollen contact our office.