{"id":19,"date":"2020-03-13T12:56:55","date_gmt":"2020-03-13T12:56:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/?p=19"},"modified":"2020-03-31T13:00:23","modified_gmt":"2020-03-31T13:00:23","slug":"skilled-orthodontist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/13\/skilled-orthodontist\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Respond to an Orthodontic Emergency During the COVID-19 Crisis"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/teenage_girl_young_woman_braces__1585659300_81001.jpg\" alt=\"teenage girl brunette having braces placed by orthodontist\" class=\"wp-image-20\" width=\"302\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/teenage_girl_young_woman_braces__1585659300_81001.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/teenage_girl_young_woman_braces__1585659300_81001-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/teenage_girl_young_woman_braces__1585659300_81001-768x509.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With the current COVID-19 pandemic that has swept the nation,\nand has hit the state of New York hard, the American Dental Association (ADA)\nand New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) have set some protective\nguidelines for your local orthodontist to follow, which limits the types of\ntreatments that can be provided. However, there is still help available if you\nsuffer from an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/orthodontic-emergencies.html\">orthodontic\nemergency<\/a>. As you continue reading, you\u2019ll learn what types of trauma require\nimmediate treatment and the COVID-19 warning signs to be on the lookout for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Care Guidelines You Should be Aware of<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In accordance with the precautionary guidelines provided by\nthe federal government, ADA and NYSDA, orthodontists in the state of New York are\ncurrently only providing emergency dental care. That means that elective\nprocedures like having braces placed or receiving treatment with Invisalign\nhave been placed on hold for now. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These types of dental trauma require immediate action:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Uncontrolled bleeding that lasts for more than\n10 minutes<\/li><li>A soft tissue bacterial infection with swelling in\nthe mouth or jaw, that can potentially compromise your airway<\/li><li>Trauma involving facial bones that can possibly inhibit\nyour breathing<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Local Orthodontists are Handling Emergencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Under normal conditions, an emergency should be treated by an\northodontist as soon as possible. However, with the COVID-19 crisis approaching\na nexus point, orthodontists are forced to prioritize care for the best\ninterest of everyone\u2019s health and safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some situations that are typically considered as\northodontic emergencies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Loose band <\/strong>\u2013 The metal rings that are\ncemented around the back teeth<\/li><li><strong>Loose spacer <\/strong>\u2013 The rubber rings that are\ntemporarily placed between the teeth and left there for a few days to make room\nfor the orthodontic bands<\/li><li><strong>Loose or broken brackets <\/strong>\u2013 The metal\nattachments that are bonded to your teeth with the job of holding the arch wire\nin place<\/li><li><strong>Protruding or broken wire <\/strong>\u2013 The metal\nwire that\u2019s affixed to your brackets <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Because each case is unique, your orthodontist will make a\nfinal determination about whether you need to be seen immediately based on the\nseverity of your emergency. If the situation isn\u2019t urgent enough to require an\nimmediate visit, you\u2019ll be provided with some expert suggestions on how to\nstabilize the issue. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warning Signs of COVID-19 to be on the Lookout for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With the current health threat facing the nation, it\u2019s even\nmore important to practice excellent oral hygiene, which should include thoroughly\nbrushing and flossing your teeth at least two times a day to keep plaque growth\nat bay. You should also be sure to seek immediate medical attention if you\nnotice symptoms such as shortness of breath, persistent pain or pressure in the\nchest, feelings of confusion, or blueness in the lips or face.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the COVID-19 crisis seems to be getting worse daily,\nthe guidelines issued by national, state and local government serve to help\nyour emergency orthodontist make the safest and most effective decisions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Justyna Balicka earned her dental degree from the New York\nUniversity College of Dentistry. Following a year-long general residency, she underwent\na three-year orthodontic residency. Dr. Balicka has gone on to achieve the\nstatus of Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontists. As soon as the COVID-19\ncrisis is controlled, she\u2019ll be available to help you achieve the smile of your\ndreams at Huntington Orthodontics. She can be reached for more information\nthrough her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huntingtonortho.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"With the current COVID-19 pandemic that has swept the nation, and has hit the state of New York hard, the American Dental Association (ADA) and New York State Dental Association (NYSDA) have set some protective guidelines for your local orthodontist to follow, which limits the types of treatments that can be provided. However, there is still help available if you suffer from an orthodontic emergency. 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