I have 2 fake teeth that are attached to my bracket on my braces, and today one of them fell off. What can I do? (Photo)

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The earliest my orthodontist can get me in is 6 days, but I'm afraid that I will further damage the bracket by eating and brushing my teeth. What should I do in the meantime while I'm waiting for my appointment?

Patrick M. Ohlenforst, DDS, MS · Answer

Just be careful until you can get in to have it fixed.  Eat mainly on the right side and don't bite into anything hard,

Mark Wierenga, DDS, MS · Answer

Hello,I'm sorry to hear that the artificial tooth fell off of your bracket. Because these artifical teeth do not have the same properties as a natural tooth, many times the brackets have a more difficult time staying glued to them. Do not worry, the bracket will be removed from the wire at your next visit and will be replaced as necessary. Now that the tooth has fallen off, be cautious not to bite down on any hard or crunchy foods in that area; doing so may bend the wire.Rest assured that you'll be back to normal again after your next visit!

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