Some minor problems ranging from sore teeth and swollen gums to bent wires and broken brackets can occur during orthodontic treatment. You can avoid most broken brackets and bent wires by following the prescribed care for braces and avoiding certain foods. For more information on protecting your braces, check out our Braces Care section.
Other Dental Emergencies
If some other type of dental emergency occurs such as a laceration, puncture wound, a broken or chipped tooth, or a tooth knocked out or out of place, contact your family dentist or orthodontist as soon as possible—preferably within the first 30 minutes. Do not try to force back displaced teeth or attempt to place a tooth back in its socket as it could cause further damage
