Emergency Dentist Weston | Country Isles Dental

A dental emergency can happen anytime, any day. No matter the specific emergency, it is essential to call our emergency dentist as soon as possible in order to receive immediate treatment. Luckily, our emergency dentist is always prepared to help. Keep reading to learn the exact steps you should take for some of the most common dental emergencies.

Knocked-Out Tooth

Hold the tooth by the crown and rinse it off
Don’t remove any tissue that’s still attached to the tooth
Place the tooth in milk or saltwater
Call your emergency dentist immediately

Toothache

Rinse your mouth out with warm water
Use dental floss to remove any food that has been lodged between teeth
A cold compress on the outside of your mouth can help relieve pain and swelling
Don’t put aspirin or other painkillers directly on the tooth or gums
Call your emergency dentist immediately

Chipped Tooth

Rinse your mouth with warm water
Save any pieces that have broken off and bring them to your dentist
Use gauze to help stop any bleeding of the gums, lips, or cheeks
Apply a cold compress to the painful area
Call your emergency dentist immediately

Stuck Object

Try using dental floss to gently remove whatever is stuck in your mouth
If you can’t dislodge it, do not use pins or other implements that could scratch your enamel
Sharp instruments could slip and injure delicate tissue in the mouth
Call your emergency dentist immediately

Lost Crown

If your crown falls off, save the crown and bring it to the dentist
If you have tooth pain, you can try to temporarily reaffix the crown
Use toothpaste or a denture adhesive to help hold it in place
Call your emergency dentist immediately

Abscess

Rinse with warm saltwater to help relieve pain and swelling
Call your emergency dentist immediately