Make sure that you reach out to your dentist’s office as soon as possible to explain what has happened. Once we know that you have a problem with trauma or pain, we can make arrangements to see you in our office and treat the matter. Delaying this call can lead to more consequences than you realize. You may end up doing more harm to the tooth before your appointment, or you could completely lose a tooth that was only loose.
Be careful about interacting with an injured tooth, as it could be damaged further. While you should be particularly careful if a tooth is knocked loose, you can try to gently press it back into its socket with your tongue. If the tooth is completely knocked out, avoid touching its roots. Handle it by its crown only, and use milk to keep it from becoming too dry.
While you should be careful with your tooth, you can take some steps to manage pain before you arrive and receive treatment. Over the counter pain relievers can help, as can the placement of ice or a cold compress at the site of the injured or aching tooth.
In order to restore your tooth, your dentist may have to perform root canal therapy. This is necessary when internal damage has occurred, or when an infection has formed. To keep it safe after treatment, a dental crown can be placed. Crowns completely cover teeth above the gum line. With the technology in our office, we can shorten the amount of time that it takes to restore a tooth with a crown, as we can produce a lifelike restoration at our office in just one day!
Newman Dental is ready to help patients who need to receive attention on short notice. To find out more about our practice and services, contact your Tucson, AZ, dentist, Dr. Newman, by calling 520-296-5439.
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