More than likely, it's not:
True orthodontic emergencies are very rare, but when they do occur we are available to you. As a general rule, you should call the office when you experience severe pain or when you have a painful appliance problem that you can't take care of yourself. We'll be able to schedule an appointment to resolve the problem. You might be surprised to learn that you may be able to temporarily solve many problems yourself until you schedule an appointment with our office. Allowing your appliance to remain damaged for an extended period of time may result in disruptions in your treatment plan.
Saltwater Solution
Initially, you may feel
general
soreness in your mouth and teeth may be tender to biting pressures for three to five days.
This can be relieved by rinsing your mouth with a warm saltwater mouthwash. Dissolve one
teaspoonful of salt in eight ounces of warm water, and rinse your mouth vigorously.
Solution: Wax
Solution: Wax
Solution: Tweezer / Wax
Solution: Pencil Eraser