Pham Orthodontics

‼️WHAT TO DO IF YOU GET A “POKEY” WIRE‼️

Occasionally, the end of the wire will work itself out of place and irritate the patient's mouth.

Use a Q-tip or pencil eraser to push the wire so that it is flat against the tooth.

If the wire cannot be moved into a comfortable position, cover it with relief wax.

The patient's parent or guardian will need to make the orthodontist aware of the problem.

In a situation where the wire is extremely bothersome and the patient will not be able to see the orthodontist anytime soon, you may, as a last resort, clip the wire.

Reduce the possibility of the patient swallowing the snipped piece of wire by using folded tissue or gauze around the area.

Use a pair of sharp clippers and snip off the protruding wire.

Relief wax may still be necessary to provide comfort to the irritated area.