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Emergency Instructions
Emergency Dental Care: What to Do in Dental Emergencies
Facing a dental emergency can be stressful and overwhelming. However, being prepared and knowing what to do can make a significant difference in handling the situation effectively. At Nuevo Dental, we prioritize your dental health and well-being, which is why we’ve outlined comprehensive emergency instructions to guide you through common dental emergencies.
- Toothache Relief:
– Rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area.
– Use dental floss to gently remove any food particles or debris that may be causing discomfort.
– Take over-the-counter pain medication as directed to alleviate pain.
– Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek if there is swelling or inflammation.
– Contact Nuevo Dental immediately for a thorough evaluation and treatment.
- Knocked-Out Tooth:
– Handle the tooth by the crown (top part) and avoid touching the root.
– Rinse the tooth gently with water if it’s dirty, but do not scrub or remove any attached tissue.
– Try to reinsert the tooth back into its socket, if possible. Hold it in place by gently biting down on a clean cloth or gauze.
– If reinsertion isn’t feasible, place the tooth in a container of milk or a tooth preservation product recommended by your dentist.
– Seek immediate dental attention within 30 minutes for the best chance of saving the tooth.
- Broken or Chipped Tooth:
– Rinse your mouth with warm water to clean the area.
– Save any broken tooth fragments and bring them to your dental appointment.
– Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to reduce swelling and discomfort.
– Avoid eating hard or sticky foods that could further damage the tooth.
– Contact Nuevo Dental promptly for evaluation and treatment options.
- Lost Filling or Crown:
– If a filling or crown falls out, clean the affected area and rinse your mouth with warm water.
– Use dental cement or sugarless gum to temporarily fill the cavity or cover the exposed tooth surface.
– Avoid chewing on the side of the mouth with the lost filling or crown.
– Schedule an appointment with Nuevo Dental as soon as possible to replace or repair the restoration.
- Abscess or Swelling:
– Rinse your mouth with warm saltwater to help reduce swelling and discomfort.
– Take over-the-counter pain medication as directed.
– Apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek to alleviate swelling.
– Do not attempt to drain the abscess on your own as this can lead to further complications.
– Contact Nuevo Dental immediately for evaluation and treatment of the abscess.
- Soft Tissue Injuries:
– Clean the injured area gently with warm water and a mild antiseptic solution.
– Apply pressure with a clean cloth or gauze to control bleeding.
– Use a cold compress on the outside of your cheek to reduce swelling and pain.
– Avoid hot, spicy, or acidic foods that can irritate the injured area.
– Seek prompt dental care at Nuevo Dental for assessment and appropriate treatment.
