3 Most Common Dental Emergencies

Accidents and emergencies happen to everyone. While they can’t be avoided, their impact can be minimized, and the risk of dental emergencies lowered. However, when someone experiences a dental emergency like a knocked-out tooth, a cracked or chipped tooth, bleeding gums, or unexplained pain in the jaw, Supreme Dentistry is prepared to help. No matter what the issues are that arise with you or your family, we’re prepared to get you examined and treated. Our calm and compassionate approach can settle your nerves and repair any damage you may have experienced.

Three Common Dental Emergencies

While there are numerous happenings that count as dental emergencies, perhaps the three most common include the following:

Knocked-out tooth: Few dental emergencies can be more worrisome than when an individual knocks out a tooth. Many individuals panic when this happens. But there are several steps you should take should you have a tooth knocked out either entirely or in part. First, save the tooth. Supreme Dentistry may be able to reattach it. Rinse the tooth off in water or milk. Store the tooth in milk or somewhere moist, keeping the root intact. See your dentist as soon as possible. This is also true if you fracture or crack a tooth or teeth.
Damage to Crowns or Braces: Sometimes, individuals may break a dental crown when eating or feel one coming off. When this happens, reach out to Supreme Dentistry immediately so that a replacement can be inserted. Individuals also suffer damage to their braces. It’s not unheard of for a wire to break or bend or for a bracket to loosen. When this happens, it’s important to schedule an appointment. Ignoring the issue or pretending it doesn’t matter will lead to more serious issues later on. Make sure you bring any broken parts with you.
Toothache: While it may seem minor, a persistent toothache can be a sign of a more severe issue. For example, you may have an oral infection. If left untreated, an infection can cause serious damage and threaten your life. Similarly, a toothache can sign a cavity, an exposed nerve, something lodged between your teeth, misalignment, or wisdom teeth coming in. No matter the cause of your toothache, it makes no sense to suffer in silence or avoid the dentist. Doing so will only lead to more serious issues.

Preventing Dental Emergencies

There is no way to predict when a dental emergency will arise. But there are concrete and practical steps individuals can take to lower their risk. Whenever a dental emergency arises, it’s important to stay calm. Doing so allows individuals to minimize the impact of an emergency. For example, parents can always make sure children and adolescents wear sports mouthguards when playing any contact sport. They should do so themselves if they participate in contact sports as well. A custom-fitted mouthguard gives the best protection. The best way to prevent dental emergencies is by practicing good oral hygiene. This means regular check-ups, teeth cleanings, and brushing and flossing after every meal. Also, both adults and children need to avoid biting down on hard or sticky foods. The impact can damage teeth as well as implants or crowns. Finally, no one should use their teeth to open a package. It’s not uncommon for individuals to try to bite through plastic packaging. This can be dangerous. Always use scissors, not your teeth, to cut things.

Supreme Dentistry

At Supreme Dentistry, we’re proud to provide family and other general dentistry services to our patients as well as emergency dental services. Our treatment options include: