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Emergency Dentistry  Salt Lake City 

Accidents happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth.

For all dental emergencies, it’s important to contact us as soon as possible, be sure to call and provide as much detail as you can about your condition. If the accident occurs when we are not open please call the office, it will forward to one of the doctors cell phones and they can give you additional instruction for what you need to do. 

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Here are some common dental emergencies and how to deal with them. 

What do I do if I knock out my tooth?

Answer: For a knocked-out permanent or adult tooth, keep it moist at all times. If you can, try placing the tooth back in the socket without touching the root. If that’s not possible, place it in between your cheek and gums, in milk, or use a tooth preservation product that has the ADA Seal of Acceptance. Then, get to your dentist’s office right away.

What if I bite my tongue or lip, how do I treat it?

If you bite your tongue or lip, clean the area gently with water and apply a cold compress. See your dentist or go to the emergency room if there is excessive bleeding, the bleeding won't stop or you are in a lot of pain.

How do I treat a toothache?

For toothaches, rinse your mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss to remove any food caught between your teeth. Do not put aspirin on your aching tooth or gums; it may burn the gum tissue. If the pain persists, contact your dentist.

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How do I remove an object that's stuck in my mouth or teeth?

For objects stuck in the mouth, try to gently remove with floss but do not try to remove it with a sharp or pointed instrument. The item might be painful or cause an infection, so see your dentist if you cannot remove it.

How can I avoid a dental emergency?

There are a number of simple precautions you can take to avoid accident and injury to the teeth:

  • Wear a mouthguard when participating in sports or recreational activities. 

  • Avoid chewing ice, popcorn kernels and hard candy, all of which can crack a tooth. 

  • Use scissors, NEVER your teeth, to cut things.

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