What is the best way to get emergency dental care?
If you're experiencing a dental emergency, the first thing you should do is call your dentist for further instruction. Many dentists have an emergency number you can call if it's after regular business hours. If you don't have a dentist, go to an urgent care center or your nearest emergency room.
How to relieve tooth pain?
Self-care tips
Rinse your mouth with warm water.
Use dental floss to remove any food bits or plaque between your teeth.
Consider taking a pain reliever you can buy without a prescription to dull the ache. ...
If the toothache is caused by trauma to the tooth, apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek.
How to manage a dental emergency?
To control bleeding for any injuries apply pressure directly to the area with a clean cloth or gauze pack. However, if bleeding does not stop within 15 minutes, go to the emergency or your dental surgeon. It may require stitches. To minimise swelling, apply ice or cold compresses to face at the site of the injury.
What Are The Most Common Dental Emergencies?
Severe Toothache: Persistent, intense tooth pain can indicate an underlying issue such as an infection or decay and requires prompt attention.
Knocked-Out Tooth: A tooth that has been completely dislodged is a critical emergency
What is the first aid for dental pain?
If someone is suffering from toothache, advise them to take the recommended dose of paracetamol or ibuprofen for their age - children under 16 should not take aspirin. Apply an ice pack to the affected area. Avoid chewing with the affected tooth. Advise the casualty to eat soft foods, such as yoghurt.
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