Loose Bracket / Wires

Emergencies seen immediately
No appointment necessary

Braces can transform a smile, but when these appliances come loose, it is important to take immediate action.

Why did my bracket or wire come loose?

Braces are a complex appliance inside the mouth with many components and breaks and other damage are common with orthodontic appliances. Some of the most common causes are

  • hard or sticky foods
  • sports injuries
  • accidents
  • normal wear and tear

What do I do when my bracket or wire comes loose?

  • First, call a dentist immediately at (516) 565-3435 or (516) 348-2000.
  • Try to avoid worsening the problem, and do not attempt to remove the appliance yourself.
  • If wires or other pieces of the loose appliance are causing discomfort, cover them with a piece of candle or orthodontic wax.
  • Gently move any protruding wires away from the sensitive tissue inside the mouth with a pencil eraser to prevent discomfort and injury.
  • If pieces of the appliance, such as spacers or bands fall out, save them and bring them to your appointment.
  • If you are in pain, rinse your mouth with warm salt water, and take a mild pain relieving medication.

How do I prevent my bracket or wire from coming loose?

  • Always follow guidelines given by your orthodontist.
  • Avoid excessively sticky, chewy, and hard foods.
  • Wear a protective mouth or lip guard during athletic activities.

If you need dental emergency assistance, please call (516) 565-3435 if you’re in the Franklin Square area and (516) 348-2000 if you’re in the Syosset area.

Our Locations

Franklin Square NY

639 Hempstead Turnpike
Franklin Square, NY 11010

516-565-6565

Syosset NY

400 Jericho Turnpike
Syosset, NY 11791

516-348-8500

Levittown NY

3072 Hempstead Tpke
Levittown, NY 11756

516-865-6565

Areas of Service

We provide emergency dental care to residents in Nassau County, Long Island, including: Town of Oyster Bay, Town of Hempstead, Town of North Hempstead, City of Glenn Cove, City of Long Beach, Woodbury, Jericho, Syosset, Plainview, Hicksville, Elmont, Franklin Square, Garden City, Malverne, Lake Success, Lynbrook, Rockville Centre, Valley Stream, Hempstead, West Hempstead, Levittown, Famingdale, Massapequa, Wantagh, Bellmore, East Meadow, Amityville, Seaford, Bellmore, and Plainedge