58 Wellington Street East, Aurora, Ontario L4G 1H6 * Phone: (905)841-2722, Fax: (905)841-9547, Email: info@AuroraBraces.com


Emergencies

For emergencies we can be reached at 905-841-2739, or contact the Toronto Dental Emergency Service at 416-485-7121.

PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS

PROBLEM

SOLUTION

LOOSE BAND OR BRACKET

If a band is loose, do not wear Headgear. Call the office to make an appointment.
If bracket is broken off of the tooth, but is still attached to the wire leave it as is and call to make an appointment.

POKING WIRE

Bend wire towards bracket and place wax on the end of the wire for comfort.

LOST TIEWIRE OR ELASTIC TIE

Notify us at the next appointment.

SORENESS

Use warm salt water rinses, and take Tylenol or Advil for relief.

HEADGEAR DOES NOT FIT

Sometimes caused by not wearing as prescribed.
If this happens, do not wear headgear and call the office for an appointment.

LOOSE OR BROKEN APPLIANCE

If the appliance is causing discomfort or is broken, do not wear it and call the office for an appointment.

If you feel you are unable to handle a problem on your own, please call us as soon as possible.
DR. DONALD STUBBS | DR. JANICE G. McMINN
905-841-2722

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