Dental Emergencies
TOOTHACHE
Clean the area of the affected tooth. Rinse the mouth thoroughly with warm water
or use dental floss to dislodge any food that may be impacted. If the pain still
exists, contact your child's dentist. Do not place aspirin or heat on the gum or
on the aching tooth. If the face is swollen, apply cold compresses and contact your
dentist immediately.
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CUT OR BITTEN TONGUE, LIP OR CHEEK
Apply ice to injured areas to help control swelling. If there is bleeding, apply
firm but gentle pressure with a gauze or cloth. If bleeding cannot be controlled
by simple pressure, call a doctor or visit the hospital emergency room.
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KNOCKED OUT PERMENANT TOOTH
If possible, find the tooth. Handle it by the crown, not by the root. You may rinse
the tooth with water only. DO NOT clean with soap, scrub or handle the tooth unnecessarily.
Inspect the tooth for fractures. If it is sound, try to reinsert it in the socket.
Have the patient hold the tooth in place by biting on a gauze. If you cannot reinsert
the tooth, transport the tooth in a cup containing the patient’s saliva or
milk. If the patient is old enough, the tooth may also be carried in the patient’s
mouth (beside the cheek). The patient must see a dentist IMMEDIATELY! Time is a
critical factor in saving the tooth.
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KNOCKED OUT BABY TOOTH
Contact your pediatric dentist during business hours. This is not usually an emergency,
and in most cases, no treatment is necessary.
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CHIPPED OR FRACTURED PERMENANT TOOTH
Contact your pediatric dentist immediately. Quick action can save the tooth, prevent
infection and reduce the need for extensive dental treatment. Rinse the mouth with
water and apply cold compresses to reduce swelling. If possible, locate and save
any broken tooth fragments and bring them with you to the dentist.
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CHIPPED OR FRACTURED BABY TOOTH
Contact your pediatric dentist.
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SEVERE BLOW TO HEAD
Take your child to the nearest hospital emergency room immediately.
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POSSIBLE BROKEN OR FRACTURED JAW
Keep the jaw from moving and take your child to the nearest hospital emergency room.
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