{"id":42,"date":"2021-06-17T17:40:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-17T17:40:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/blog\/?p=42"},"modified":"2021-06-17T17:40:00","modified_gmt":"2021-06-17T17:40:00","slug":"what-to-pack-in-your-dental-emergency-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/blog\/2021\/06\/17\/what-to-pack-in-your-dental-emergency-kit\/","title":{"rendered":"You Asked, We Answered: What Should I Pack in My Dental Emergency Kit?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/Illustration_of_tooth_next_to_emergency_kit__.jpg\" alt=\"Illustration of tooth next to emergency kit\" class=\"wp-image-43\" width=\"299\" height=\"224\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, all it takes is one accidental elbow to your jaw during a pick-up game of frisbee, one wrong bite on your fork, or one bad fall on your evening walk to sustain a tooth-related injury. These situations can be both anxiety-inducing and painful, which is why being as prepared as possible is paramount. If you are interested in putting together a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a> kit but aren\u2019t entirely sure what you\u2019ll need, then keep reading!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1. Pack General Supplies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental injuries can range from a moderate toothache to a completely knocked-out tooth. Therefore, it\u2019s a good idea to pack some first-aid essentials, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Cotton swabs.<\/li><li>Cotton balls.<\/li><li>Latex gloves.<\/li><li>A cold compress\/ice pack.<\/li><li>Salt.<\/li><li>Ibuprofen.<\/li><li>Gauze.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2. Add Dental-Injury Specific Must-Haves<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to your general first-aid supplies, you\u2019ll want to pack some essentials that will help with tooth-related injuries. A great place to start is with the below items:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A dental mirror.<\/li><li>Dental wax.<\/li><li>Orabase.<\/li><li>Dental floss.<\/li><li>Orajel.<\/li><li>Temporary dental filling material.<\/li><li>Petroleum jelly.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3. Be Prepared \u2013 Call Your Dentist Now<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the biggest mistakes patients make is waiting until they are in the middle of a dental emergency to find out what to do. Instead, give your dentist a call while you\u2019re putting together your kit. This is a great opportunity to ask them what their protocol is for dental emergencies. For example, what do they recommend if you sustain a tooth-related injury after hours? When should you head to the ER vs. their office? Next, make sure they have all of your information, like your dental insurance plan and emergency contact. Lastly, keep a copy of their phone number and address in your kit so that you can get in touch with them when you need it most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hopefully, you\u2019ll never have to experience a dental injury at all. But, in case you do, you\u2019ll be happy you took the time to prepare! So, use this post as a reminder to put together some of the above essentials today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/about-us.html\">Dr. Glen&#8217;s Happy Teeth<\/a>, we are proud to have not one, not two, but <em>three<\/em> exceptional dentists: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/meet-dr-glen-shanock.html\">Dr. Glen<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/meet-dr-benny-tong.html\">Dr. Benny<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/meet-dr-anish-gala.html\">Dr. Gala<\/a>. As a team, they enjoy utilizing the latest in proven dental technology and their passion for dentistry to help patients of all ages restore, enhance, and maintain their smiles. If you would like to learn more about preparing for a dental emergency or are ready to schedule an appointment, then visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happyteethonline.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or give us a call at <strong>516-517-0331<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Unfortunately, all it takes is one accidental elbow to your jaw during a pick-up game of frisbee, one wrong bite on your fork, or one bad fall on your evening walk to sustain a tooth-related injury. These situations can be both anxiety-inducing and painful, which is why being as prepared as possible is paramount. 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