If this is not a medical emergency, please read the information below.
During regular office hours call our office (843) 871-4411 and we will set an appointment to get you out of discomfort. If you are in discomfort and it is Monday through Thursday evening hours, please leave a voicemail at our office number (843) 871-4411, and we will get back to you the next morning. If you are in discomfort and it is Friday through Sunday, or when we are out of the office for a holiday, you can reach our on-call assistant at (843) 813-4268.
Do orthodontic emergencies happen? That depends on what you consider an emergency. Rarely will a patient experience a problem that requires immediate care; this usually happens when there is an accident, and the patient should go to the emergency room for treatment. Orthodontic emergencies usually just mean there is a problem with the appliance that should be treated as soon as possible, but it can wait a few hours, or even a few days if needed.
Contact our Summerville or Cane Bay office if you experience severe pain or have a painful appliance problem. Dr. Reagin and our expert team will schedule an appointment for you as early as possible. You can contact us both during and outside of office hours, even over the weekend.
However, even after you correct the problem, you should come see us. Most issues will need to be corrected by the doctor as well in order to not derail treatment. Below are some simple solutions you can use at home for temporary relief until we can see you.
Braces can cause some soreness. This is expected, but that doesn’t mean you will be happy with it. When braces are placed, you will experience this for about five days; you will also deal with it for about a day after each adjustment. Use saltwater rinses and over-the-counter pain reliever to manage it.
Remember, if you are ever worried about your appliance, you can contact us.
