Emergency Contact

Convenient Care for Your Orthodontic Concerns

At Champion Orthodontics, we prioritize your comfort and well-being. If you're experiencing a non-life-threatening orthodontic issue, we're here to help you with a streamlined process. If it is past our office hours (8:00AM to 5:00PM) and we are unable to answer our normal phones, we have an emergency contact line for efficient and personalized assistance.

Reach Out to Us: You can simply call or text our emergency contact line at (919) 618-2661 to discuss any concern you might have. Whether it's discomfort, a question about your treatment, or something is not feeling quite right, our team is ready to assist.

Visual Assistance: For a more comprehensive understanding of what might be bothering you, you're welcome to send us photos of the issue along with a text about what is happening. This can aid us in assessing the situation and providing you with accurate guidance.

Medical Emergencies: If you ever encounter a life-threatening orthodontic issue, your safety is paramount. In such cases, please do not hesitate to contact 911 or seek immediate medical assistance.

Your comfort matters to us. Feel free to reach out, and our experienced team will guide you through the best course of action. Your journey to a healthy and confident smile remains our top priority.

Managing Common Braces Concerns

Dealing with discomfort or minor issues related to braces is a common part of orthodontic care. Here's how you can handle some of these situations at home:

General Soreness: It's normal to experience mild discomfort, especially when wires are changed or new brackets are placed. Over-the-counter pain medications like acetaminophen can help provide temporary relief. If your cheeks or gums feel sore, rinsing with warm salt water and using wax can alleviate the discomfort.

Loose Bracket: Sometimes, a bracket might become loose, often due to eating foods that should be avoided with braces. If the bracket remains on the wire and isn't causing discomfort, you can usually wait until your next appointment. However, contact Champion Orthodontics for confirmation. If the bracket is causing irritation, applying wax can prevent it from rubbing against your cheeks or gums.

Poking Wire: Shifting teeth can cause wires to poke at the back of your mouth. Wax is an effective way to cover the wire and provide padding against your skin. If you're out of wax, a small piece of cotton from a cotton ball can serve as a protective barrier.

Loose Wire: In some cases, wires can slip out of brackets and become loose within your mouth. You can often reposition the wire yourself. Use a Q-tip, sterile tweezers, or soft eraser to guide the wire back into place. If you're having difficulty, don't force it. You can trim a section of the wire with clippers and apply wax to prevent poking.

Before rushing to the orthodontist, assess the issue. Many problems have simple solutions you can manage at home. While we're here to help, certain concerns can be addressed on your own. If you're uncertain, feel free to reach out to Champion Orthodontics at (919)847-7200 for guidance. Often, these common braces issues can be resolved with minor adjustments that you can handle yourself, but we always want to make sure you and your smile are happy and properly treated.