Problems during treatmentQuestion during treatment

One of my aligner buttons (attachments) has come off. Is it urgent?

Answered byDr Ivelina Ivanova-Koycheva, Orthodontist (MSc)Master's degrees in orthodontics in Rome and in aligner treatment in Turin, international lecturerPublished on 12 November 2026

Fortunately, nothing that can go wrong with aligners is ever an emergency for the patient. You won't feel any discomfort if a single button comes off. It's a good idea to let your orthodontist know, so that it can be put right within a few days.

This answer is for general information. Your own case needs an examination by an orthodontist.