We provide prompt relief for your dental emergency and take measures to treat you as soon as possible. However, there are things you can do to ease discomfort as you await your emergency dental visit.
This blog explores what to do when trouble strikes fast and how to avoid future dental emergencies in Ponderay or Coeur d’Alene.
What Is a Dental Emergency
If an oral issue causes pain or risks your dental health, we consider it a dental emergency.
Examples of a dental emergency may include:
- Toothache
- Jaw Swelling
- Oral Injury
If your situation does not fall under the above list, we still want to hear from you. Our team can provide guidance or help determine whether you should be seen immediately.
Tips to Handle Sudden Dental Emergencies
Remember, contact our dental office immediately to schedule an emergency dental appointment. Never rely on home care exclusively to see you through.
However, we recommend the following tips as you await your appointment:
- Toothache: To relieve pain, use an over-the-counter pain reliever and a periodic ice pack. You can also use drugstore oral gel as a temporary numbing agent.
- Swelling: A periodic ice pack—a few minutes on and a few minutes off—is best for dental swelling.
- Oral Injury: If you knock out a tooth, pack it in a container of milk. Your dentist can sometimes reset it into the gum. For broken restorations, keep the tooth clean to avoid infection.
Tips to Avoid Dental Emergencies
- Brush and floss regularly.
- See your Coeur d’Alene or Ponderay dentist regularly.
- Report oral health changes as soon as possible.
- Remember to wear your custom nightguard.
- Wear a mouthguard or the proper face guard when playing sports.
We Treat Dental Emergencies Fast
Contact a dental team member immediately for guidance if you have a toothache or other symptoms. Your oral health and well-being are our priorities.