If you swallow a piece

If you swallow a piece of your appliance, try to remain calm. A swallowed piece will usually go either into the stomach or lungs. Most of the time it will go in the stomach and pass out of the body in a bowel movement. However, if difficulty breathing is experienced, you should seek immediate medical attetion. X-rays will be taken to determine the position of the swallowed piece and your physicians will counsel you on your options concerning retrieval of the stray piece.

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.