Kids Pages - Breaking Your Braces

Breaking Your Braces
Braces are not as tough as they look.

Things can happen to any of the parts of the braces. If your braces break, you might have to wear them for longer. Take good care of them, and your treatment will be over as soon as possible.

So, here’s what to do if something feels loose or broken:

first of all - tell your parents!
you can use the wax that we give you to cover any wire that is pushing into your cheek or gum
take extra special care when you are eating
be careful of the broken part when brushing or flossing
visit your orthodontist to have your braces fixed again.