What To Do In A Dental Emergency

Unfortunately, dental emergencies can happen at any time, so it is good to be informed about what you should do if you are in this situation. The most important thing to remember when it comes to any form of emergency is to remain calm and think clearly. If you get excited and emotional, you will forget important steps. Following an emergency, you should evaluate and assess the needs of the injured, whether that’s you or someone else.

Dealing With a Minor Dental Emergency

• Here are some helpful tips if you or a loved one experiences a minor dental emergency:
• At the first sign of discomfort, clean your teeth thoroughly to be sure there is no trapped food that is causing an issue.
• If a filling or crown falls out, contact our office as soon as possible. In the meantime, purchase some dental wax to cover the area.
• If you bite your tongue or cheek, clean the area with a salt-water rinse and use a cold compress to help with swelling.

Schedule a Routine Hygiene Examination Today

One of the best ways to avoid some dental emergencies is to maintain your routine oral hygiene examinations. During these visits, we not only clean your teeth, but we check for signs of decay, gum disease, and other issues that can eventually lead to complications with your oral health. If you have any problem areas, we will recommend treatment to restore the function of your teeth. Unfortunately, when you postpone or avoid routine care, we are unable to detect problem areas in your mouth during the early stages. Your teeth and gums do not heal on their own, so any problem will continue to worsen to the point of becoming a dental emergency.

If you are in Denton, MD or the surrounding area and experience a dental emergency, be sure to call our office as soon as possible so we can bring you in for an appointment. If you are dealing with a severe emergency, we recommend heading to the nearest hospital.