Loose Brackets and Bands

Temporarily reattach loose braces with a small piece of orthodontic wax. Alternatively, place the wax over the braces to provide a cushion. See your orthodontist as soon as possible. If the problem is a loose band, save it and call your orthodontist for an appointment to have it re-cemented or replaced (and to have missing spacers replaced).

Michael Minnich, DDS, MS, is an orthodontist providing dental procedures such as braces and Invisalign treatment in California. Michael Minnich, DDS, MS, is a licensed orthodontist in the State of California.