So I had my braces for 2 weeks now and yesterday, one of my brackets on my second last tooth at the back came loose. But weirdly, mine doesn't move at all unless I eat or brush my teeth. I'm completely sure that its loose but unless I move it with my fingers, it doesn't "float around" on the wire. I am currently at another country and I can't (there is no other way) go to my orthodontist until the 2nd of January. Is it okay if I just leave the bracket that way? Its just one bracket thats loose
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November 17, 2015
Answer: Bracket needs to be repositioned to its place
The length of time between your consultation visit and your treatment start can vary greatly depending on the size and busyness of the office and appointment availability. Usually expect a range of 1-14 days. It will take 1-2 visits.
It's very common for orthodontists to place upper braces first and wait several months before placing lower braces. Some reasons may be:1) Because of the way the upper and lower teeth fit together, the upper teeth may need to be moved out of the way first before there is room to place lower...
The best way to correct your asymmetry and bite is with orthodontics and jaw surgery. The severe crowding of the upper arch will require extraction of a pair of premolars. You may or may not need extractions in your lower arch. As far as surgery goes, you will need an asymmetric mandibular set...