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\"Orthodontist<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Orthodontic emergencies<\/a> \u2013 from broken brackets and loose wires to cracked retainers \u2013 can lead to considerable discomfort. Not only that, but they can cause you to fall off-track with your treatment plan. Fortunately, there are several ways you can prevent orthodontic emergencies, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Wear a Mouthguard During Sports<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you play a contact sport, like football, or you prefer to stay active by jogging, riding your bike, or rollerblading, it\u2019s important that you wear a mouthguard. This small dental device will reduce your risk of everything from knocked-out teeth to damaged brackets, so it\u2019s important to wear it consistently.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Avoid Crunchy and Sticky Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hard pretzels, tortilla chips, caramel-filled candies, and taffy should all be avoided because they can cause a bracket to break or a wire to come out of place. Instead, stick to nutrient-dense foods that are softer in consistency, like scrambled eggs, oatmeal, bananas, and cottage cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Break Unhealthy Habits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When patients think of unhealthy dental habits, they often think of smoking. While that\u2019s certainly a habit that\u2019s worth breaking, it\u2019s not the only one that can negatively impact your oral health and orthodontic treatment. Biting your nails, chewing on ice cubes, and using your teeth as tools can be equally as disastrous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Brush and Floss Consistently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Remember, orthodontic emergencies aren\u2019t limited to broken brackets and wires. The development of tooth decay, gum disease, or another serious oral health problem will also lead to considerable treatment plan delays. So, it\u2019s of the utmost importance that you incorporate healthy habits into your routine, like brushing for two full minutes each morning and evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Prioritize Your Check-In Visits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Throughout your teeth-straightening journey, you\u2019ll attend progress visits so your orthodontist can monitor the movement of your teeth. They will also examine the condition of your braces and, if they see anything that needs to be repaired, they will do so, reducing your risk of experiencing an orthodontic emergency in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

With a board-certified orthodontist leading the way, our team at SimpliBraces<\/a> is here to assist you with every step of the treatment process \u2013 from scheduling the initial consultation to having a custom retainer made. We\u2019re also just a phone call away when you need us, we\u2019re open until 6 PM four days a week, and we welcome dental insurance. In other words, we\u2019re here when you need us most, and we go above and beyond to make each patient\u2019s experience smooth and stress-free. If you need to get in touch with us, reach out to our friendly team via our website<\/a> or by phone at (516) 756-0111<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Orthodontic emergencies \u2013 from broken brackets and loose wires to cracked retainers \u2013 can lead to considerable discomfort. Not only that, but they can cause you to fall off-track with your treatment plan. Fortunately, there are several ways you can prevent orthodontic emergencies, including:<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-217","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\n5 Helpful Tips for Preventing Orthodontic Emergencies<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Orthodontic emergencies can be painful to experience and stressful to handle. 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