{"id":104,"date":"2019-12-23T15:45:53","date_gmt":"2019-12-23T15:45:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.i20familydental.com\/blog\/?p=104"},"modified":"2019-12-23T15:46:20","modified_gmt":"2019-12-23T15:46:20","slug":"holiday-dental-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.i20familydental.com\/blog\/2019\/12\/23\/holiday-dental-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Know What to Do During a Holiday Dental Emergency?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.i20familydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_300915487__1577115862_56258-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"parent helping their child decorate a tree\" class=\"wp-image-105\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.i20familydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_300915487__1577115862_56258-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.i20familydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_300915487__1577115862_56258-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.i20familydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/AdobeStock_300915487__1577115862_56258.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Holiday dental emergencies are among the most stressful situations to handle. Unfortunately, they\u2019re not completely avoidable, so it\u2019s important to know how to deal with them if they occur. Acting quickly and effectively could be the difference between saving and losing a tooth, which would be a mess to deal with while your family is in town. Here are some first-aid tips and tricks to help reduce the risk of damage and ease your pain in a holiday crisis.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Broken or Chipped Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have a chipped, broken, fractured, or cracked tooth, you\nmay experience some uncomfortable sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures.\nMinor damage doesn\u2019t require immediate attention, although it\u2019s a good idea to\nvisit your emergency dentist right after the holidays so they can make any\nnecessary repairs and prevent harmful oral bacteria from attacking your tooth.\nHowever, for severe damage, you\u2019ll want to call your emergency dentist immediately.\nWhile you\u2019re on your way to the office, be sure to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Gently rinse your mouth with lukewarm saltwater.\n<\/li><li>Apply a cold compress to the outside of your\ncheek to reduce swelling.<\/li><li>Take an over-the-counter pain reliever to help\nwith the pain.<\/li><li>Use dental wax to cover any sharp edges of your\nbroken tooth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Knocked-Out Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knocking out a tooth is a serious emergency that requires\nimmediate attention. In this case, time is of the essence, so you\u2019ll want to\ndrop what you\u2019re doing, call your dentist, and retrieve your tooth. Be sure to only\nhandle your tooth by the biting surface and rinse it under cool water. If you\u2019re\nable to, place it back in its socket. If not, fill a container with milk or\nwater and store your tooth in it to keep it moist and alive. If it\u2019s possible,\nget to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.i20familydental.com\/emergency-dentist-arlington.html\">emergency\ndentist<\/a> within an hour of the accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lost or Damaged Crown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re in the middle of your holiday celebrations, a lost\nor damaged restoration may be able to wait for a couple of days until your\nfamily leaves town. However, it\u2019s important to get it replaced or repaired as\nsoon as possible to keep your natural tooth healthy. If you are able to retrieve\nyour crown, try temporarily reattaching it to your tooth using denture adhesive\nor a piece of sugar-free gum. In the meantime, contact your dentist to set up\nan appointment for after the holidays. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Severe Toothache<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Severe toothaches are often caused by a tooth infection.\nWhen harmful oral bacteria gain access to the vulnerable inner portion of your\ntooth due to decay, they attack your pulp, which is a cluster of nerves.\nWithout timely intervention, this infection can spread to other teeth and get\nworse, resulting in the need for a tooth extraction. To avoid additional\ndamage, contact your dentist immediately. While you\u2019re getting ready for your\nappointment, you can rinse with warm saltwater, place a cold compress on the\noutside of your cheek, and use over-the-counter pain relievers such as\nibuprofen to take care of your discomfort. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter what your emergency is, your dentist will be able\nto provide you with first-aid guidance to help you get through the holidays\nwith minimal damage to your teeth and gums. The sooner you contact them, the\nsooner they can treat your condition, restore your oral health, and get you\nback to your family so you don\u2019t waste valuable time while they\u2019re in town. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Dr. Stephen Wardlaw is committed to providing his patients\nwith the highest quality of dental care to prevent them from experiencing\nemergencies down the road. However, he understands that accidents happen, which\nis why he offers urgent treatment and low-cost emergency examinations. For\nquestions or for first-aid guidance, contact I-20 Family Dental\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.i20familydental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call 817-572-5115.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Holiday dental emergencies are among the most stressful situations to handle. Unfortunately, they\u2019re not completely avoidable, so it\u2019s important to know how to deal with them if they occur. 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