ORTHODONTIC EMERGENCY CARE
Something Broke? We'll Fix It Fast.
Poking wires, broken brackets, and lost aligners don’t have to ruin your day. We offer same-week emergency appointments to get your treatment back on track.
WHAT WE TREAT
What Counts as an Orthodontic Emergency?
Not every orthodontic issue requires emergency care — but some do. A poking wire, a bracket that snapped off, a lost aligner tray, or a broken expander all need prompt attention to keep treatment on schedule and prevent discomfort. When in doubt, call us. We’d rather see you and tell you everything is fine than have you suffer at home.
WHO IT HELPS
Signs You Need Emergency Orthodontic Care
Pain or Injury
A wire poking your cheek, a bracket digging into your gum, or a broken appliance causing real discomfort.
Loose or Broken Appliance
A bracket that snapped off, a wire that came loose, or an expander that broke needs immediate attention.
Lost Aligner or Retainer
Missing a tray or retainer for more than 24 hours can allow teeth to shift significantly.
HOW IT WORKS
How We Handle Orthodontic Emergencies
01
Call Us First
Call our office immediately. We’ll triage the situation and tell you if you need same-day care.
02
Same-Week Appointment
We reserve emergency slots to see urgent cases within 1–3 business days.
03
Rapid Repair
Most emergencies resolved in a single 30–60 minute visit — brackets re-cemented, wires trimmed, trays replaced.
04
Back on Track
We assess whether the emergency affected your timeline and adjust your plan if needed.
OUR OPTIONS
Common Orthodontic Emergencies We Treat
Most Common
Broken Brackets
A bracket that detached from the tooth. We re-cement it and check surrounding brackets for damage.
Visit time: ~30 min
Quick Fix
Poking Wires
A wire that shifted and is poking the cheek or gum. We trim or reposition it immediately.
Visit time: ~15 min
Time-Sensitive
Lost Retainers
A misplaced or broken retainer — replaced quickly to prevent teeth from shifting.
Visit time: ~30 min
Experiencing an Orthodontic Emergency?
Don’t wait it out. Call us now — we keep same-week emergency appointments available for exactly these situations.