EMERGENCY DENTIST IN BELLEVILLE & TRENTON
Dental emergencies are quite frightening and often painful. Prompt dental treatment is almost always required to alleviate pain and to ensure the teeth have the best possible chance of survival.
TYPES OF DENTAL EMERGENCY AND HOW TO DEAL WITH THEM:
AVULSED TOOTH (TOOTH KNOCKED OUT)
If a tooth has been knocked clean out of the mouth, it is essential to see a dentist immediately. When a tooth exits the mouth, tissues, nerves, and blood vessels become damaged.
LOST FILLING OR CROWN
Usually, a crown or filling comes loose while eating. Once it is out of the mouth, the affected tooth may be incredibly sensitive to temperature changes and pressure. Even if you do not experience these symptoms, call to schedule an appointment to avoid any future discomfort or more lengthy treatment.
We will try to replace the tooth in its natural socket. In some cases, the tooth will reattach, but if the inner mechanisms of the teeth are seriously damaged, root canal therapy might be necessary.
HERE ARE SOME STEPS TO TAKE:
- Call our office.
- Pick up the tooth by the crown and rinse it under warm water. DO NOT touch the root.
- If possible, place it back into its socket – if not tuck it into the cheek pouch.
- If the tooth cannot be placed in the mouth, put the tooth into a cup of milk, saliva, or water as a last resort. It is important to keep the tooth from drying out.
- Get to our office, quickly and safely.
When we are not immediately accessible, here are the steps to take:
Apply clove oil to the tooth to alleviate pain.
Clean the crown, and affix it onto the tooth with dental cement. This can be purchased at a local pharmacy.
If the crown is lost, smear the top of the tooth with dental cement to alleviate discomfort.
DO NOT use any kind of glue to affix the crown.
We will check the crown to see if it still fits. If it does, it will be reattached to the tooth. Where decay is noted, this will be treated and a new crown will be made.
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