Michael A. Harrison, DMD, MS
100 Woodruff Place Circle • Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 676-9955
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-Dr. Michael Harrison and team
We are excited to announce the Harrison Orthodontics’ Patient Appreciation Day taking place at Discovery Island Water Park.
WHEN: July 28th beginning at 5:45pm and going until 7:45pm
WHERE: Discovery Island Water Park, 417 Baldwin Road, Simpsonville SC 29680
Wear your Harrison Orthodontics T-Shirt to admit yourself and a friend! RSVP by July 26th.
If you have any questions, give our office a call. SEE YOU THERE!
Simpsonville orthodontist, Dr. Michael Harrison, will tell you that braces were originally considered to be best appropriate for teens. But these days, kids as old as seven are beginning their orthodontic treatment. Because preadolescent kids are typically not self-conscious, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists suggest it could be a good idea to start early.
Experts, however, say it depends on the treatment required. Some children who get braces at an early age end up in a second phase of treatment, and end up having braces well into their teenage years despite starting young.
Most orthodontic treatment begins between ages nine and 14, and the folks at the AAO estimate most orthodontic treatment lasts from one to three years, with two years being the average. It’s important, however, that children be screened no later than age seven for Dr. Harrison to assess what the best age for treatment is.
Hope this helps! Give Harrison Orthodontics a call if you have any questions about your child’s treatment!
True orthodontic emergencies are very rare, but when they do occur we are available to you. As a general rule, you should call the office when you experience severe pain or when you have a painful appliance problem that you can’t take care of yourself. We’ll be able to schedule an appointment with Dr. Michael Harrison.
You might be surprised to learn that you may be able to temporarily solve many problems yourself until you schedule an appointment with Harrison Orthodontics.
The following solutions may help you relieve your discomfort:
Poking Wire: Using a pencil eraser, push the poking wire down or place wax on it to alleviate the discomfort.
Loose Bracket or Band: If your bracket or band is still attached to the wire, you should leave it in place and put wax on it. If the wire comes out entirely, wrap the bracket with a tissue.
Loose Wire: Using a tweezers, try to place your wire back into place. If doing this and using wax does not help, as a last resort use a small fingernail clipper to clip the wire behind the last tooth to which it is securely fastened. If your discomfort continues, place wax on it.
Loose Appliance: If your appliance is poking you, place wax on the offending part of your appliance.
Headgear Does Not Fit: Sometimes headgear discomfort is caused by not wearing the headgear as instructed by your orthodontist. Please refer to the instructions provided by your orthodontist. If the facebow is bent, please call our office for assistance. Surprisingly, headgear becomes more comfortable the more it’s worn, so be sure you’re getting in the prescribed hours.
General Soreness: When you get your braces on, you may feel general soreness in your mouth and teeth may be tender to biting pressures for three to five days. This can be relieved by rinsing your mouth with a warm salt water mouthwash. Dissolve one teaspoonful of salt in 8 ounces of warm water, and rinse your mouth vigorously. If the tenderness is severe, take aspirin or whatever you normally take for headache or similar pain.
Remember, after alleviating your discomfort, it is still very important that you call our office as soon as possible to schedule a time to repair the problem.
Harrison Orthodontics provides quality orthodontics for children, teens, and adults in Simpsonville, SC (South Carolina). Dr. Michael Harrison specializes in orthodontics, offering Invisalign, Invisalign Teen, Damon System, and clear and ceramic braces for children, teens, and adults. Contact Harrison Orthodontics to schedule your orthodontic consultation.
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