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Although orthodontic emergencies aren\u2019t as common, they can be just as stressful as handling any other serious dental injury, like a chipped or cracked tooth. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to take proactive measures to protect your braces (and your teeth, of course). If you\u2019re unsure where to start, here are four helpful tips for preventing orthodontic emergencies!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Don\u2019t Eat Anything Hard, Crunchy, or Sticky<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When you\u2019re at the movies with your friends, it can be tempting to have a few handfuls of popcorn. Similarly, you might be tempted to eat a caramel apple at the fair or corn on the cob at your family\u2019s BBQ. However, it\u2019s of the utmost importance that you don\u2019t eat anything hard, crunchy, or sticky. After all, it\u2019s one of the easiest ways to push a bracket or wire out of place, requiring a same-day visit to your orthodontist\u2019s office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Wear a Mouthguard When Playing Sports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re at practice or a game, you need to wear a mouthguard. In fact, even athletes who participate in non-contact sports, like skateboarding, are encouraged to wear a mouthguard. During your orthodontic treatment, it\u2019s arguably even more important since your braces make it easier to sustain a soft tissue injury. In short, if you are active in sports, even a non-contact one, you should have a custom mouthguard made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Quit Unhealthy Dental Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are some unhealthy habits that patients know to avoid, like smoking. However, it\u2019s also important that you don\u2019t chew on cubes of ice, that you don\u2019t bite on the end of your pencil, and that you don\u2019t skip brushing or flossing. Not only can these habits leave you with a chipped or cracked tooth, but they can also loosen or break your braces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Store Your Retainer or Aligners in a Safe Place<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Remember, orthodontic emergencies can happen even after<\/em> your treatment is over, like losing your retainer. To prevent that from happening, you should never put your retainer (or your aligners, if you chose Invisalign) in a napkin or on your plate \u2013 it\u2019s one of the easiest ways to lose them! Instead, use their designated storage case to keep them safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Super Braces of Lawrence<\/a>, we know that accidents sometimes happen. Whether one of your wires is out of place or you\u2019ve lost your retainer, don\u2019t worry \u2013 we\u2019re here to help. Furthermore, we do our best to always see emergency patients the very same day. So, if you need to schedule an appointment or you\u2019d like to ask our team a question about orthodontic emergencies, don\u2019t hesitate to visit our website<\/a> or call (978) 794-0000<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Although orthodontic emergencies aren\u2019t as common, they can be just as stressful as handling any other serious dental injury, like a chipped or cracked tooth. That\u2019s why it\u2019s so important to take proactive measures to protect your braces (and your teeth, of course). 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