Dr. Estes and her team are committed to ensuring each patient and their families receive excellent care using state-of-the-art treatment options.
We are a team of highly trained and equally motivated individuals who wish to provide nothing short of the best orthodontic care Albany residents deserve. El Cerrito Our orthodontists work hard to provide the care you require when you need it most, so make sure to get in touch with our team to learn more about the ways you can get help when undergoing an orthodontic emergency in Albany, CA.
First of all, we should clarify that orthodontic emergencies, while potentially distressing, are not life-threatening scenarios, as is the case with other dental emergencies. We highly encourage patients with braces or clear aligners to visit their orthodontist to receive orthodontic emergency care.
If you are one of the many patients reaping the benefits from getting your treatment with the best orthodontist Albany residents can find, Dr. Laurie Estes, you should get in touch with our office to get indications on what to do in any of the following scenarios:
This is one of the most common orthodontic emergencies that patients with braces have to face. The bonding agents used to glue brackets to your teeth are very strong; however, they won’t stand a chance against the power of physics and not following your orthodontist’s instructions.
Some foods will break down into smaller pieces that can peel away your brackets, potentially delaying your treatment and ruining your progression.
Please, get in touch with our team to set up an appointment with our team and get a permanent solution.
This is one of those situations you might think won’t be so problematic but ends up producing a lot of discomfort. Poking wires are one of the most unpredictable orthodontic emergencies that patients with braces can experience. The wire will suddenly pop out, and the ends might start poking at the inside of your cheeks.
Fortunately, this won’t cause any permanent harm, but you could feel a lot of discomfort and a few mouth sores as a result of the poking wire.
Make sure to get in touch with us to learn more about the ways in which you can solve this at home or come to the office for a better fix.
Here at Estes Orthodontics, you can get clear aligners, whether it’s Spark or Invisalign, as an alternative to your traditional metal braces. Unfortunately, one of the most attractive aspects of clear aligners also means that you could face a difficult situation with lost aligners.
Please remember to carry their protective case with you at all times, especially during mealtimes, so you can put them away and avoid losing the trays.
If you lost your clear aligners, please get in touch with our office to determine if you can switch to the next set of aligners or if it’s necessary to get a replacement for your current set of aligners.
Discomfort is not something you can avoid during orthodontics. The nature of your treatment means that as your teeth move and the underlying bone tissue dissolves, you will feel increased tooth sensitivity and discomfort.
However, you should note that none of this means you should feel any pain. If you were to feel throbbing pain, please get in touch with us immediately. Pain during orthodontics can be a sign of a more severe problem, and you should get the required attention as soon as possible.
Dr. Estes and her team are ready to help you work on your dental alignment and provide you with care of the highest quality. We hope you can give us a call at (510) 525-1772 and set an appointment to start your treatment.
If you’re already undergoing orthodontic care with us, you can trust that our team will help you get the solutions you need if you are suffering an orthodontic emergency in Albany. We’ll see you soon in our office!
Dr. Estes and her team are committed to ensuring each patient and their families receive excellent care using state-of-the-art treatment options.