If a bracket is loose

If a bracket (the small rectangular brace) is loose, in most cases, it will remain connected to the main wire by a little rubber ring that is often colored. A loose band or bracket can generally be left in place until you are seen in our office. You may use a pair of eyebrow tweezers to reposition the brace if it flips around the wire and becomes a source of irritation. Call our office as soon as you notice a loose band or bracket so we can schedule you to be seen to reattach the loose appliance.

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.