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A member asked:
I just got up and my braces wire in the back is broken off and i think i swallowed it. is this bad?
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Not usually: Typically this will pass through you without incident and will not require intervention. Only on rare occasions, this may cause a GI tract perforation and may require surgery. Be wary but not overly concerned. If you are experiencing unusual GI tract symptoms such as pain/tenderness/fever, consider seeking medical care.
Answered 6/10/2014
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