Dental emergencies can quickly arise and when they do, you’ll need to see an Emergency Dentist in Pomona as soon as possible. Most dentists will be able to fit you into their schedule when you arrive at the dental office with an emergency situation. Below are the answers to some common questions about dental emergencies and what you should do if you have one.
Q.) My tooth just got knocked out, what should I do before I go to see the dentist?
A.) Many times a dentist can save a tooth that has been knocked out of its socket, but time is of the essence. You should first find the tooth and rinse it off with warm water if it has dirt or debris on it. Don’t handle the root of the tooth, hold it by the top portion. If you can, place the tooth back into the socket, but be careful not to swallow it. If you’re unable to place the tooth in its socket, submerge the tooth in a small amount of milk or water mixed with a dab of salt. Get to the dentist office as quickly as possible with the tooth.
Q.) My tooth is very painful and I think it may be infected, what can I do until I see the dentist?
A.) An abscessed or infected tooth is serious and you should see your dentist as soon as you possibly can. If not treated, an infection in your tooth can spread and cause you to lose the tooth. To help with the pain, you should hold a cold cloth to the outside of your mouth over the sore tooth.
Q.) I chipped my tooth and it’s bleeding, what should I be doing until I can see the dentist?
A.) If you’ve chipped your tooth, you may have tiny bits of tooth in your mouth. Rinse your mouth out with water and collect any tooth parts you find. To stop the bleeding, securely hold a piece of gauze or a cloth on the tooth until the bleeding ceases. Take the parts of the tooth with you when you go to the dentist office.
Dentists provide many services in addition to emergency care which include checkups, filling cavities, placing crowns on your teeth and inserting Dental Implants. By regularly scheduling appointments with your dentist, you can have a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile.
