Dental emergencies happen all of the time, and seem to happen at the most inopportune moments in our life. What starts as a relaxing evening out with friends can easily turn into a painful night of clutching your mouth. Here are some of the most common dental emergencies that should receive immediate attention by our Los Angeles dentists.
• Knocked-out or dislodged tooth
• Tooth that shifts positions
• Cracked tooth
• Fractured tooth
• Lost crown
• Lost filling
• Sudden and sharp pains in the mouth
If you experience a dental emergency, do not wait to contact our expert in dental emergency in Los Angeles. Immediate attention and the right instructions can make the difference in saving a tooth or not, and can help you avoid more serious problems down the road.
In most cases, be sure to keep the tooth and the area around it clean by rinsing your mouth with warm water. Also, avoid swelling by using cold compresses, particularly in situations involving a potentially fractured tooth. If you lose a tooth, rinse it clean, avoid touching the root, and try to replace it, biting down gently to put it into place. If that does work easily, keep it between you teeth and cheek, or place it into milk to keep it moist.
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