When Should You Seek Emergency Orthodontic Treatment?

Braces and other orthodontic appliances offer effective ways to address alignment issues. Though they’re common treatments, they do come with some risks. Our orthodontists in Lakeville, Eagan, and Prior Lake, MN, at Orthodontic Specialists, P.A. offer this guidance on when it’s time to seek emergency care if you wear braces or other oral appliances.

You’re Experiencing Severe Pain

You might have slight soreness at first with an orthodontic appliance. But having sudden or severe pain means there’s something else going on that needs attention, like a damaged wire.

You’ve Lost or Broken a Retainer

Wearing your retainer helps you maintain the results of wearing braces. Any problems with your retainer can affect this, so it’s best to seek care as soon as you can if it’s lost or damaged.

You’re Having Jaw Pain

We recommend seeking emergency orthodontic treatment in Prior Lake, Lakeville, and Eagan, MN, if you have an achy jaw while wearing braces or other orthodontic appliances.

Your Jaw’s Making Noises

Are you hearing a clicking noise when you open and close your mouth while you have braces on? If so, you should seek care as soon as possible.

You Have a Wire Poking Out

Wires that stick out from your braces can scratch or irritate soft tissue, like the inside of your cheek or your lip. Urgent orthodontic care allows us to fix this and prevent injuries.

You Have a Loose Band or Bracket

Having one of these parts of your braces come loose can lead to longer treatment times, making it important to get prompt help.

Visit Our Office for Urgent Orthodontic Care

Is there a problem with your braces or other oral appliances that can’t wait? At Orthodontic Specialists, P.A., we offer emergency orthodontic treatment in Prior Lake, Eagan, and Lakeville, MN, to help you right away!