Whether it is a toothache or sensitivity, one may feel stressed by dental emergencies. This is where we come in at DrGobran who can attend to any type of dental emergency with all the expertise that it deserves. The next blog post will inform you on how to go about common dental emergencies when they strike before visiting a dentist.
Some Common Dental Emergencies:
1.1 Toothaches and Sensitivity
Toothaches are caused by various things including cavities, infections or trauma. In case you have severe pain or sensitivity, seek dental care immediately.
1.2 Broken or Chipped Teeth
Broken and chipped teeth can result from accidents and injuries. Whenever this happens, keep any broken pieces safely, don’t use the affected tooth for chewing until such time as you get an appointment with a dentist.
1.3 Knocked-Out Teeth
If your tooth falls out, handle it gently holding the crown not the root then clean gently using water. Try returning it to the socket if possible otherwise keep in milk or in saliva in a container until you meet DrGobran.
1.4 Lost Fillings or Crowns
Should the filling/crown become loose or fall out, keep it away and avoid using that particular tooth again, call DrGobran as soon as possible for repair/replacement arrangements.
2- Immediate Actions For Dental Emergencies
2.1 Managing Pain and Discomfort
Nonprescription pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen help relieve pain and discomfort prior to seeing professional help; hence do not put aspirin directly on the affected area because this may cause irritation.
2.2 Applying Cold Compresses
For swells or pains apply cold compress on affected areas this would reduce inflammation temporarily alleviate some discomforts.
2.3 Avoid Certain Foods And Activities
Stop eating hard and sticky foods which can make it worse and also do not touch manipulated fingers or tongue to the affected area.
3- When Should I Seek Emergency Dental Care?
3.1 Recognizing Urgent Situations
In case you have severe pain, excessive bleeding, a tooth that has been knocked out or any signs of infection such as swelling or fever; please go to an emergency dental clinic. This means they should be attended to as soon as possible and treated but it requires quick attention.
3.2 Contacting DrGobran
On the other hand, with us being available for emergency dental care services, you can contact us at any time when in need of the said services. If you experience a dental emergency, please make an appointment with our dentist immediately so that we provide professional help.
4- Preventing Dental Emergencies
4.1 Practicing Good Oral Hygiene
Good oral hygiene includes regular visits to Dentist Gobran and cleaning your teeth through brushing and flossing which help prevent many dental complications thus reducing chances of having emergencies.
4.2 Using Protective Gear
If participating in sports activities that are likely to cause harm to teeth like those involving body contacts must use protective gears like mouth guards among others to avoid injuries hence reduce chances of dental emergencies.
5- Preparing For A Dental Emergency
5.1 Knowing Emergency Contact Information
Keep DrGobran’s phone number handy during emergencies so that incase of anything familiarize yourself with how to reach us promptly for assistance whenever there is an emergency.
5.2 Creating a Dental Emergency Kit
You might want to put together a kit containing things like cold compresses, over-the-counter painkillers and containers in which knocked-out teeth can be kept if you consider making your own kit for handling such eventualities; this will ensure that you’re prepared for them whenever they happen in future.
Prompt response and professional treatment are vital for managing dental emergencies. Our task at DrGobran is to help you handle dental emergencies, as well as treat whatever problem you have that requires attention from us. If you know how to deal with frequent emergencies in advance, it will help you act immediately when required.
