Braces just broke and cant contact the ortho. help!

Question

i got my braces on 23rd july and i was just brushing my teeth with a new toothbrush and th wire came out of the bracked on my lower left back tooth! i know its not too serious from reading answers other ppl gave, but they also all said to go to th ortho as soon as they could, but its now sunday here in britain (00.45am) and th ortho will be shut and is always busy so i dunno if i can get it fixed on monday!

what should i do?

ive tucked th wire in a comfortable place, underneath th hook thingie thats on th back bracket like people have said so its not irritating me, i just dont want them to **** up already!

thnks!

Answer 1

Your Ortho will make room for you on Monday.  Call them and tell them that you HAVE to be seen.

Does your Ortho have an emergency number to call?  With mine if you call the regular number it'll say if this is an emergency call this number.  If so you could call and just tell them and see if they have any suggestions until you can be seen.

Answer 2

Relax,  it's OK.     Sometimes the wire can bounce out of the band in the back,  it is not something that will ruin your braces or teeth,  and is not a huge emergency,  especially since it is not hurting or painful.  

Call the orthodontist when he gets back in to work and explain the situation.    He will have you stop in when it's convenient,  but is nothing you need to run right in for,  especially over the weekend.

No harm is being done if this is left for a day or two.