What to Do in a Dental Emergency
It's much easier to remain calm during any emergency if you know the appropriate first-aid techniques. Taking a few steps to protect your teeth and ease your pain, in addition to receiving emergency dentistry services from your Farmington, UT, dentist, Dr. Ryan Allen of Station Park Dental, can help you safeguard your smile. Knocked-Out or Loose Teeth A fall, motor vehicle accident or blow to the face may loosen or knock out your teeth. Visiting the dentist as soon as possible after your accident can help you avoid tooth loss. What You Should Do: Gently push your loose tooth back in its usual place if you can without forcing it. If you can find your knocked out tooth, rinse it to remove debris, then place it back in the socket or between the gum and cheek if possible. If the tooth won't fit in the socket, or it's not comfortable between your cheek and gum, put in a covered container covered by your saliva or milk. Call the Farmington dental office immediately if your to...