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Emergency Dental Care in Corby

Dental emergencies can strike at any time, and you may feel helpless and wracked with worry. However, at Natural Smiles, we can often fit you in for a dental emergency the same day it occurs so that we can treat the problem quickly and effectively.

In the interim, between the incident and your visit to the practice, there may be some things you can do yourself to prevent further damage to your teeth or gums.

The Tooth Has Been Knocked Out

If your tooth has been knocked cleanly out of the socket, there are a few steps you can take to help preserve it and make it easier for the dentist to put it back into place. First, rinse the tooth gently, but do not brush it or remove any attached tissue. If you can, return the tooth to the socket. If this doesn’t work, place the tooth in milk or keep it in your cheek. Once you have taken these precautions, immediately visit your nearest emergency dentist in Corby for treatment.

Toothache

If you are suffering from severe tooth pain, it is advisable not to place any painkillers on the gums, as they can burn the gum tissue. However, you can take ibuprofen to ease the pain; just make certain that it does not touch the gums. After you have eased the pain, rinse your mouth with warm water and gently floss to remove any damaging food particles. To further clean your gums, use mouthwash to help prevent the spread of bacteria. If your tooth pain continues, book an appointment with a dentist at our Corby clinic as soon as possible, as tooth decay or gum disease may be the underlying cause.

Broken Tooth

If your tooth has broken or fractured, rinse your mouth with warm water and apply a cold compress to reduce the swelling. It is always advisable to visit your emergency dentist immediately if you have a broken tooth.

Broken Jaw

If you believe your jaw may be broken, it is advisable to visit our emergency dentists at our Corby clinic or attend the emergency room immediately. Applying a cold compress can help reduce facial swelling.

The Tongue or Lip Has Been Bitten

If you have bitten down hard on your tongue or lip and you are now bleeding, gently wipe the damaged spot with a clean cloth. Applying a cold compress will minimise swelling, but if the bleeding doesn’t stop, seek attention from a dentist or your local hospital.

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