{"id":167,"date":"2020-01-13T22:55:35","date_gmt":"2020-01-13T22:55:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.danajonesdds.com\/blog\/?p=167"},"modified":"2025-08-22T20:29:56","modified_gmt":"2025-08-22T20:29:56","slug":"dont-panic-instead-do-this-in-response-to-a-dental-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.danajonesdds.com\/blog\/dont-panic-instead-do-this-in-response-to-a-dental-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t Panic \u2013 Instead, Do This in Response to a Dental Emergency"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>One way to ruin a nice day, for sure, is for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danajonesdds.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental\nemergency<\/a> to occur. It can take on many forms, from a severe toothache to a\ndislodged dental fixture. No matter what happens, it\u2019s best to be prepared so\nyou can take effective action to encourage a full recovery. As you continue\nreading, you\u2019ll discover what to do in a dental emergency. Although you want to\nprevent dental trauma as best you can, by being better informed, there will be\nno need to panic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Broken Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a broken tooth, the first step is to gather any\ndislodged pieces and store them in a small baggy to bring with you to your\nemergency dentist. After contacting your dentist to explain what has happened,\nyou can apply an ice pack to reduce any swelling. To quiet any pain, an over-the-counter\nmedication like ibuprofen (Motrin) will help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toothache<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the first discovery of severe tooth pain, you should\nimmediately reach out to your dentist. While waiting to be seen, you can manage\nany discomfort by taking Motrin or acetaminophen (Tylenol). If there is any\nswelling, you can apply ice in 15-minute intervals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Knocked Out Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a tooth is dislodged, after contacting your emergency\ndentist, grab it by the crown (the wider portion), and be careful not to remove\nany tissue that may be attached. Rinse away any debris and attempt to gently\nreinsert the tooth. If this doesn\u2019t work, then place the tooth in a cup of milk\nor water with a pinch of salt added until you can visit your emergency dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Broken Dental Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A lost filling, crown or any other type of dental work can\nleave your tooth vulnerable to debris entering to cause a painful infection. Until\nyou can be seen by your emergency dentist, you can attempt to temporarily reattach\nthe fixture using dental wax or a small dollop of toothpaste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Foreign Object Lodged Between Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If food or some other type of object becomes lodged between\nyour teeth, you should avoid forcibly removing it. Instead, gently floss around\nthe area, but if that doesn\u2019t work, then leave it to the capable hands of your\nemergency dentist in Ridgefield. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Remember This<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are several types of dental emergencies that can\nhappen, the most important thing to remember in any situation is to remain as\ncalm as possible. While it\u2019s natural to be worried at the first discovery of dental\ntrauma, by knowing how to effectively respond, you can lessen any suffering and\naid in the recovery process. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your oral health is suddenly compromised, don\u2019t hesitate\nto seek the help of your dentist in Ridgefield. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Dana C. Jones is a graduate of the University of Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine. Throughout his career, he has provided calm and compassionate care to help his patients navigate any situation. Dr. Jones treats dental emergencies at Ridgefield Perfect Smile Center, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.danajonesdds.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.  <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One way to ruin a nice day, for sure, is for a dental emergency to occur. It can take on many forms, from a severe toothache to a dislodged dental fixture. 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