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Basic Problems
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Problem:
(1) Loose
Band or Bracket.
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Solution:
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If band or bracket is still
attached to wire, leave in place. If uncomfortable,
place wax on it. |
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Try to put wire back in
place with tweezers. If that is not possible, clip wire
with fingernail clippers behind last tooth to which it
is securely fastened. If any discomfort, place wax on
it. |
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Try to push (bend) wire
down with a blunt object like a pencil eraser. If not
possible clip the wire (as stated above) or place wax on
it. |
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(4) Lost elastic (color)
tie for a brace. |
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Have your parents give
you pain medicine like Tylenol or Ibuprofen. NEVER
take the medicine without asking an adult first! |
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(6) Headgear does not
fit.
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Sometimes caused by not
wearing as prescribed. If facebow is bent, contact our
office ASAP. |
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Place wax on it, if
necessary.
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