Emergency Orthodontic Care

Here When You Need Us Most

Life is unpredictable, and orthodontic emergencies can happen at any time. At Luminary Orthodontics, your comfort and care are our top priorities. Our Emergency Orthodontic Care service is here to provide prompt, expert assistance whenever you face unexpected issues with your braces, aligners, or other orthodontic appliances.

What Is Emergency Orthodontic Care?

Emergency orthodontic care addresses urgent issues that may arise during your treatment. These situations can include broken brackets, wires causing discomfort, lost aligners, or unexpected pain. Our team is ready to help resolve these problems quickly, ensuring your treatment stays on track.

When to Seek Emergency Orthodontic Care

You should contact us immediately if you experience:
  • Loose or Broken Brackets or Wires: If a bracket detaches or a wire breaks, it can affect your treatment progress or cause discomfort.
  • Poking Wires: Wires that stick out can irritate your cheeks or gums, requiring immediate adjustment.
  • Lost or Damaged Aligners: If your aligner is misplaced or damaged, we’ll help you get back on track.
  • Severe Discomfort or Pain: While mild soreness is normal, severe or sudden pain may indicate an issue that needs attention.
  • Trauma or Injury: If an accident impacts your orthodontic appliances, we’re here to assist.
  • Loose or Broken Brackets or Wires: If a bracket detaches or a wire breaks, it can affect your treatment progress or cause discomfort.
  • Poking Wires: Wires that stick out can irritate your cheeks or gums, requiring immediate adjustment.
  • Lost or Damaged Aligners: If your aligner is misplaced or damaged, we’ll help you get back on track.
  • Severe Discomfort or Pain: While mild soreness is normal, severe or sudden pain may indicate an issue that needs attention.
  • Trauma or Injury: If an accident impacts your orthodontic appliances, we’re here to assist.

Why Choose Luminary Orthodontics for Emergency Care?

  1. Timely Assistance:
    •  We prioritize emergencies to address your concerns as quickly as possible.
  2. Expert Care:
    • Our experienced team will resolve your issue efficiently and compassionately, minimizing any disruptions to your treatment.
  3. Comprehensive Solutions:
    • From immediate repairs to providing replacement appliances, we ensure your orthodontic journey continues smoothly.
  4. Convenience and Accessibility:
    • Whether you call, text, or visit us, we’ll guide you through the next steps to resolve your emergency.
  1. Timely Assistance:
    •  We prioritize emergencies to address your concerns as quickly as possible.
  2. Expert Care:
    • Our experienced team will resolve your issue efficiently and compassionately, minimizing any disruptions to your treatment.
  3. Comprehensive Solutions:
    • From immediate repairs to providing replacement appliances, we ensure your orthodontic journey continues smoothly.
  4. Convenience and Accessibility:
    • Whether you call, text, or visit us, we’ll guide you through the next steps to resolve your emergency.

What to Do in an Orthodontic Emergency

  1. Stay Calm:
    • Most orthodontic emergencies are minor and can be resolved quickly.
  2. Contact Our Office:
    • Call us at [Office Phone Number] or text us for immediate guidance.
  3. Temporary Relief at Home:
    • Use orthodontic wax to cover poking wires or take over-the-counter pain relievers for discomfort until you can see us.
  4. Visit Our Office:
    • We’ll schedule a same-day or next-day appointment to address the issue and get your treatment back on track.
  1. Stay Calm:
    • Most orthodontic emergencies are minor and can be resolved quickly.
  2. Contact Our Office:
    • Call us at [Office Phone Number] or text us for immediate guidance.
  3. Temporary Relief at Home:
    • Use orthodontic wax to cover poking wires or take over-the-counter pain relievers for discomfort until you can see us.
  4. Visit Our Office:
    • We’ll schedule a same-day or next-day appointment to address the issue and get your treatment back on track.

Common Orthodontic Emergencies and Quick Tips:

  • Loose Bracket: Apply orthodontic wax to stabilize the bracket and contact us for an adjustment.
  • Poking Wire: Use a clean pencil eraser or nail clipper (sanitized) to adjust the wire, then schedule a visit.
  • Lost Aligner: Continue wearing your previous aligner or next one in the series and let us know immediately.
  • Sore Teeth: Rinse with warm salt water or take ibuprofen to alleviate discomfort.
  • Loose Bracket: Apply orthodontic wax to stabilize the bracket and contact us for an adjustment.
  • Poking Wire: Use a clean pencil eraser or nail clipper (sanitized) to adjust the wire, then schedule a visit.
  • Lost Aligner: Continue wearing your previous aligner or next one in the series and let us know immediately.
  • Sore Teeth: Rinse with warm salt water or take ibuprofen to alleviate discomfort.

Our Commitment to Your Comfort

At Luminary Orthodontics, we know that unexpected orthodontic issues can be stressful. That’s why we’re here to provide professional care and support when you need it most. Our team is dedicated to ensuring your treatment journey is as seamless and comfortable as possible, no matter the challenge.