Dental emergencies can happen when least expected. If you have a situation where your teeth or gums have suffered damage, you should immediately seek emergency dental care. Knowing what to do can make the difference between losing and saving a tooth!
Is It a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency is a situation requiring immediate care to relieve pain, to save a tooth, or to stop bleeding. The most common types of dental emergencies are cracked, chipped or fractured teeth, knocked out teeth, dislodged or partially knocked out teeth, severe toothache, swelling from an infection or an abscess, an injury to the soft tissue including the gums, cheeks, tongue, and lips, or losing a dental restoration.
What Should You Do?
If you suspect you have suffered a dental emergency, contact us immediately. We will provide you with instructions on how to handle your emergency situation until you receive the care you need.
If you have a toothache, begin by rinsing your mouth and using dental floss to see if there is any object lodged between your teeth. Apply ice to reduce any swelling. Never place aspirin or any painkiller against your gums or an aching tooth.
You will need to protect any broken or chipped teeth from additional damage. Save any pieces of the tooth. Gently rinse your mouth and apply gauze if there is any bleeding. If your entire tooth is knocked out, pick it up carefully by the crown and avoid touching the roots. If possible, try to return it to its socket without forcing it in. If that doesn’t work, store the tooth in milk until you can see us.
In the event you bite your tongue or lip, clean the area gently with a cloth then apply cold compresses to reduce swelling. If the bleeding is severe and will not stop, go to a hospital emergency room immediately.
What Should You Do?
If you suspect you have suffered a dental emergency, contact us immediately. We will provide you with instructions on how to handle your emergency situation until you receive the care you need.
If you have a toothache, begin by rinsing your mouth and using dental floss to see if there is any object lodged between your teeth. Apply ice to reduce any swelling. Never place aspirin or any painkiller against your gums or an aching tooth.
You will need to protect any broken or chipped teeth from additional damage. Save any pieces of the tooth. Gently rinse your mouth and apply gauze if there is any bleeding. If your entire tooth is knocked out, pick it up carefully by the crown and avoid touching the roots. If possible, try to return it to its socket without forcing it in. If that doesn’t work, store the tooth in milk until you can see us.
In the event you bite your tongue or lip, clean the area gently with a cloth then apply cold compresses to reduce swelling. If the bleeding is severe and will not stop, go to a hospital emergency room immediately.
