Understand How To Handle Dental Emergencies

Better dental health means better overall health.

Your pearly whites are a valuable asset that must be maintained on a regular basis. Any injury to the teeth or gums might have long-term consequences, including the possibility of permanent damage. It is critical to see a dentist as soon as possible in the event of any dental emergency.

Some simple safety precautions to avoid tooth injury and accidents are listed below.

• When participating in sports or leisure activities, use a mouth guard; avoid biting ice, popcorn kernels, or hard candies, which can all crack a tooth.

• Cut things using scissors rather than your teeth.

What should you do if you have a dental emergency?

The following dental calamities have been covered, from a chipped tooth to extreme pain and edema!

• Lost Tooth: Locate the missing tooth and grasp it by the enamel-covered crown rather than the root. Rinse it off with water rather than scrubbing it! While waiting for an emergency dentist, try to put the tooth back in its original position and hold it there, or store it in a cup of milk.

• Toothache: Rinse mouth with warm water completely. If you have a toothache caused by food lodged between your teeth, try flossing it out. Alternatively, while waiting to visit the dentist, apply a cold compress.

• Chipped and Broken Teeth: Save any broken tooth parts. Rinse the oral canal with warm water to remove any debris. If there is bleeding, apply gauze for 10 minutes and put a cold compress on the exterior of the mouth to reduce swelling while waiting to see an emergency dentist.

• Broken Braces: Try to tuck any sharp ends of the wires back down carefully with a pencil eraser. If that doesn't work, wrap the wire with orthodontic wax or gauze. Make an appointment with an orthodontist to correct the problem.

• Abscess: An abscess is an infection that develops around the tooth's base and is a dangerous condition that necessitates rapid dental attention.

• Soft-tissue injuries: Soft-tissue injuries, such as those to the tongue, cheeks, gums, and lips, can cause bleeding. Rinse your mouth with a moderate salt-water solution to stop the bleeding. Alternatively, apply pressure to the bleeding location for 15 to 20 minutes using a moistened piece of gauze or a tea bag. If the bleeding does not stop, see your dentist or proceed to the nearest hospital emergency room.

• Missing Filling: Cover the empty cavity with a piece of sugarless gum or over-the-counter dental cement. Make an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible.