{"id":46,"date":"2022-07-04T23:27:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-04T23:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/blog\/?p=46"},"modified":"2022-08-19T23:28:48","modified_gmt":"2022-08-19T23:28:48","slug":"tips-for-preventing-orthodontic-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/blog\/?p=46","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Preventing Orthodontic Emergencies"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_320433616__1660951379_60422-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"teen with braces smiling\" class=\"wp-image-47\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_320433616__1660951379_60422-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_320433616__1660951379_60422-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/AdobeStock_320433616__1660951379_60422.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>An emergency is never convenient, and it\u2019s usually unexpected too. On that note, one of the biggest inconveniences you can experience if you have braces is an orthodontic emergency. Whether it\u2019s a broken wire or bracket, a lost retainer, painful mouth sores, or some other type of oral injury, these situations can be alarming; after all, the state of your smile is on the line! Fortunately, orthodontic emergencies can easily be avoided with a bit of knowledge and foresight. Check out some helpful tips from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/our-services.html\">your orthodontist in Palm Harbor<\/a> to prevent orthodontic emergencies and keep your treatment progress on schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practice Sports Safety<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Having braces doesn\u2019t mean that participating in sports is off-limits, but you should take some extra precautions. While sports-related injuries to the mouth and jaw are common, a simple mouthguard can offer an immense amount of protection during sports and physical activity. These handy devices protect your whole mouth by redistributing the force of impact across all your teeth, rather than just the point of contact. This means that your teeth <em>and <\/em>orthodontics alike are well-protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Keep Your Mouth Clean<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Perhaps the most important way to avoid orthodontic emergencies is by practicing good oral hygiene\u2014having braces does not exempt you from brushing and flossing! It\u2019s even easier for food particles to become trapped inside your mouth if you have braces which means that you\u2019re more susceptible to tooth decay, cavities, and other serious health problems that could escalate to an emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Watch What You Eat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Several foods pose a serious threat to orthodontic treatment. Most patients wear braces for two years on average, and during that period, all sticky, chewy, crunchy, and particularly hard foods should be avoided. It might seem tough to give up things like popcorn and bubblegum for such a long time, but the damage these items can cause to your braces is quite severe and is something you should try to avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Manage Your Discomfort Accordingly<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s normal to feel some discomfort throughout your orthodontic treatment; after all, your teeth <em>are<\/em> being shifted around your mouth! This discomfort is especially apparent immediately after starting treatment. However, you can often manage this issue using over-the-counter pain relievers or gargling with a warm, salt water solution. If your pain isn\u2019t subsiding, it might be indicative of a serious problem that necessitates treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Orthodontic emergencies might be a rare occurrence, but they can still potentially happen at any time and any place. That said, following these tips will greatly reduce the chances of you experiencing one and ensure your new smile is delivered right on schedule.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/meet-the-orthodontist.html\">Dr. Alex Johnson<\/a> earned his dental doctorate from Washington University and stayed to attain his orthodontic certificate as well. He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontists and has completed continuing education courses at the prestigious Pankey Institute. If you ever face an orthodontic emergency, Dr. Johnson is ready to promptly provide help to kids, teens, and adults. Schedule an appointment on his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dralexjohnson.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>, but if it\u2019s an emergency, call (727) 786-7550.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An emergency is never convenient, and it\u2019s usually unexpected too. On that note, one of the biggest inconveniences you can experience if you have braces is an orthodontic emergency. Whether it\u2019s a broken wire or bracket, a lost retainer, painful mouth sores, or some other type of oral injury, these situations can be alarming; after [&hellip;]<\/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":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v22.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Tips for Preventing Orthodontic Emergencies | Dr. Alex Johnson<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Orthodontic emergencies are rare, but they\u2019re still capable of halting your treatment\u2019s progress. 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