Français Orthodontic Emergencies Protruding Wire If a wire is protruding out the end of the last brace (Fig. 1) or if a thin wire is coming off the braces and irritating your lips and cheeks, a small key chain nail clipper can be helpful (Fig. 2). Fig. 1: Enlarge Fig. 2: Enlarge Use the clipper to cut the wire (Fig. 3). Fig. 3: Enlarge It may be helpful to use a folded Kleenex to trap the piece of wire (Fig. 4) Fig. 4: Enlarge << Previous Topic | Overview | Next Topic >>

Home | News | About CAO | Orthodontic Information | Find an Orthodontist | Events | Links | Contact Us | Site Map | Privacy Statement | Members Only | Boardroom

If you have any questions, contact us by calling (416) 491-3186 or e-mail at cao@taylorenterprises.com.
Copyright © Canadian Association of Orthodontists