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| John R. Christensen, DDS, MS, MS, PA 121 W. Woodcroft Parkway * Durham, NC 27713 * Fax (919) 489-2892 * Phone (919) 489-1543 |
Dr. John's Office Dental Emergencies |
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| Broken Braces and Wires If a broken appliance can be removed easily, take it out. If it cannot, cover the sharp or protruding portion with cotton balls, gauze or chewing gum. If a wire is stuck in the gums, cheek or tongue, DO NOT remove it. Take the child to a dentist immediately. Loose or broken appliances which do not bother the child do not usually require emergency attention. |
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| Knocked Out Permanent Tooth If a permanent tooth is knocked completely out, gently rinse but do not scrub the tooth under water. Replace the tooth in the socket if possible. If not, place the tooth in a glass of milk or wrap it in a clean, wet cloth and come to the office immediately. If the tooth is fractured (broken) please bring in any pieces you can find. Handle the tooth by the top (crown), not the root portion. You may rinse the tooth but DO NOT clean or handle the tooth unnecessarily. Try to reinsert the tooth in its socket. Have the child hold the tooth in place by biting on a clean gauze or cloth. If you cannot reinsert the tooth, transport the tooth in a cup containing milk or water. See a dentist IMMEDIATELY! Time is a critical factor in saving the tooth. Primary or baby teeth are not generally replaced into the socket, however prompt care by the dentist is recommended. Our schedule may be delayed in order to accommodate an injured child. Please accept our apologies in advance should this occur during your appointment. We would do exactly the same if your child was ever in need of emergency treatment. |
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| If your child has an accident, please call our office at (919) 489-1543. The first 30 minutes after an accident are the most critical to treating dental trauma. |
| Toothache Clean the area around the sore tooth thoroughly. Rinse the mouth vigorously with warm saltwater to dislodge trapped food or debris. DO NOT place aspirin on the gum or on the aching tooth. If face is swollen, apply a cold compress. Take acetaminophen for pain and see a dentist as soon as possible. |
| Cut Lip or Bitten Tongue, Lip or Cheek Apply ice to bruised areas. If there is bleeding, apply firm but gentle pressure with a clean gauze or cloth. If bleeding does not stop after 15 minutes or it cannot be controlled by simple pressure, take the child to a hospital emergency room. |
| Broken Tooth Rinse dirt from injured area with warm water. Place a cold compress over the face in the area of the injury. Locate and save any broken tooth fragments. Immediate dental attention is necessary. |
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