Hi, so I have braces and my bottom wire popped out like 3 weeks ago, I have been too lazy to do to the ortho. My wore one morning looked like I had bitten off some because it wasnt long anymore and I but off a short bit. When I got home to check my hurting mouth I saw a cut on my tounge. I found that the part I bit off was completely inside of my gum, it went all the way through and theres a little bit sticking out. For the past hour Ive been trying to pull it out with tweezers but it wont budge. What should I do? Should I go to the dentist or orthodontist? Will they give me shots there? Will they cut open my gum?!?! What exactly do you think they will do? Please help cause Im freaking out!
Dear friend. Thanks for sharing your concern. Please visit your orthodontist soon in this case, as the wire has turned loose and hurting your gums called as tissue impingement. They have specialized instruments to treat it. It does not require any shots. Mild application of anesthetic locally with spray will relieve the symptoms and then the wire would be adjusted.Therefore, I would like to suggest you to see your orthodontist. Hope it helps. ThanksTake care.