Minor Emergencies- these would include:
• A wire that bends or breaks but does not hurt.
• A bracket or band that detaches from the tooth.
• A lost or broken headgear, retainer, lip bumper, etc.
Any of the above conditions should be reported to the office during working day. If a minor emergency occurs in the evening or over the weekend, please call the office the next morning.
| Moderate Emergencies- these would include:
• A wire that is poking and causing an ulcer or irritation. • A toothache from orthodontic movement that can not be controlled by an analgesic (such as Tylenol) Please call the office immediately if any of the above conditions exist. If it is a non-business day, please call Dr. Schratz at his home (724) 941-8693. Dr. Schratz may also be reached by calling his cell phone. This number is (724) 344-2682.
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Acute Emergencies- these would include:
• Any traumatic injury to the mouth that has caused a tooth to become loosened or knocked out, or a wire to become severely bent.If you are unable to reach Dr. Schratz, please contact your family dentist. If this fails. Contact any other dental office or nearest hopsital emergency facility.
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