Knowing what to do with the most common dental emergencies is not always instinctual.
The Most common questions the Dentist might ask include:
· How long has it hurt?
· Is the pain sharp or dull?
· What is the trigger for the pain, Hot, Cold, or Pressure?
· Have you been taking anything for the pain?
· Clean the area around the sore tooth thoroughly with salted, warm water
· Floss to remove any food that might be trapped between the teeth
· See your Dentist as soon as possible
Dislodged Permanent Tooth
· Find the tooth
· Do not scrub the tooth or remove any attached tissue
· Rinse it carefully in running water
· Gently insert and hold the tooth in its socket. If this isn’t possible place the tooth in a cup on milk. In the absence of mile, I suggest you use cool water
· See a Dentist immediately. Time is a critical factor in saving the tooth
· If the tooth is pushed out of place (inward or outward) it should be repositioned to its normal alignment with very light finger pressure
· DO NOT force the tooth into the socket
· Hold the tooth in place with moist tissue
· See a Dentist as soon as possible
Cut or Bitten Tongue, Lip or Cheek
· Apply direct pressure to the wound with a clean cloth
· Apply cold compresses to swollen areas
· If the bleeding does not stop, go to the hospital emergency room
Keeping Your Teeth and Gums in Good Health (Daily Care) is the best way to prevent a Dental Emergencies.