If a broken appliance can be removed easily, take it out. If it cannot, cover the sharp or protruding portion with cotton balls, gauze or chewing gum. If a wire is stuck in the gums, cheek or tongue, DO NOT remove it. Take the child to a dentist immediately. Loose or broken appliances which do not bother the child do not usually require emergency attention.

Bill Taylor, DDS, MS Mary Beth Tabor, DDS Katie Ham, DDS 131 Indian Lake Road Hendersonville, TN 37075 (615) 824-1700 smile@just4kidsteeth.com
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