As much as we are prudent and take precautions not to put our health at risk, the truth is that all of us are exposed to having an accident that affects any part of our body, such as the mouth.

The fact of knowing how to deal with a dental emergency can mean the difference between, say, saving and losing a tooth. Remember that in addition to the knowledge you can learn by reading this article, the most important thing is to act calmly and not lose your nerves.

In addition to what we can do for ourselves, it is very important to receive proper dental care as quickly as possible. All these factors will determine, to a large extent, the prognosis of the situation. Therefore, the faster and better the dental care, the more chances there will be to solve the accident with success.

What to do in case of dental emergency?

Therefore, if you are facing a dental emergency, we offer you to call us at Dr.Roze the best dentist to ask us about the possibility of taking an analgesic and to let us know that we treat you in our clinic.

Here we present 8 quick solutions to know what to do before some of the most common dental emergencies. Keep in mind that these are orientative and first aid measures, since most emergencies require a visit to a dental clinic.

1. Toothache

First Aid

• Rinse your mouth with warm water to remove any residue
• Carefully pass the dental floss between the teeth to remove the pieces of food that may have remained between them
• If you have inflammation, place a cold compress in the area but never apply an aspirin on the tooth or gum

Aftercare

• If you still have pain after this is done, go to the british qualified dentist in Dubai.

2. Loss of tooth due to a blow

First Aid

• If the tooth is dirty, rinse it gently with water
• Try replacing the tooth in the hole and keep it until you are seen by a professional. Biting a gauze lightly may help you stay in place, but be careful not to swallow it
• If this is not possible, submerge the tooth in a glass of milk so that it is moistened at all times
• Place a cold compress on the area to calm the pain and apply pressure with gauze or a clean napkin to control bleeding
• This case can not wait : go to the dentist or hospital immediately and take the tooth. The less time the tooth goes out of the mouth, the more chances there will be to save it

Aftercare

• If it has not been possible to fix the tooth again, discuss with your dentist the options available to replace the lost tooth
• Use protective splints when you practice sports or contact activities

3. Fracture of a tooth

First Aid

• Gently clean the piece of tooth that has come loose
• Rinse the mouth with warm water to remove food or dirt, for cases where the injury was caused by chewing food or a blow
• Apply a cold compress on the face to fight inflammation
• This case can not wait either : go to the dentist or emergency hospital

Aftercare

• Evaluate with your dentist the different options to reconstruct the tooth and follow the instructions regarding the care that you will have to follow

4. Loosening of a tooth after a blow

First Aid

• When you notice that a tooth is loose it is essential that you do not touch it with your fingers or your tongue to prevent it from loosening
• Do not squeeze your teeth
• Go immediately to the dentist. If the mobility of the tooth increases, it may fall

Aftercare

• Follow the dentist’s instructions regarding tooth care

5. Abscess

First Aid

• Rinse your mouth with water to clean it
• Apply a cold compress in the area where you have the abscess to reduce inflammation but never apply an aspirin on the tooth or gum

Aftercare

• Even if you stop feeling pain, go to the dentist to prevent the infection from progressing
• Follow the instructions of the dentist regarding the procedure to be able to eliminate the infection and prevent complications. You may need to perform an additional treatment such as endodontics

6. Bite on tongue or lip

First Aid

• Apply pressure to the area where the bite is located with gauze or a clean napkin
• Place a cold compress or ice on the face in the affected area to reduce inflammation

Aftercare

• If the bleeding does not stop or the wound is large, you should go to the dentist or hospital immediately

7. Small object between teeth

First Aid

• Try to remove the foreign body with dental floss carefully, so as not to cause damage to teeth or gums
• Do not use any sharp or sharp objects

Aftercare

• If the object can not be removed with dental floss, go to the dentist immediately

8. Wounds caused by orthodontics and cosmetic Surgery

First Aid

• If there is a part of your device that has been dropped or broken, be it a bracket or other restraint, try to recover it and take it to the dentist
• If it is the end of a wire that is causing irritation , place a small cotton ball or a piece of gauze on it to prevent it from continuing to affect the area
• If the wire has penetrated the gum, tongue or cheek, immediately go to the dentist’s office or hospital

Aftercare

• In the first two cases, it is best to go to our orthodontist’s office to fix or change the elements that are causing problems. In the latter case, there is no time to waste: it is an emergency that must be treated immediately

How to avoid these accidents?

• Avoid eating very hard foods
• Do not use your teeth to cut or break things
• Use a mouth guard when you practice sports or contact activities
• Avoid participating in fights or fights
• Use the seatbelt in all your travels