Dental First Aid

Emergency dental care instructions and preventive tips

Emergency Situations

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Toothache

  1. 1Rinse mouth with warm water
  2. 2Use dental floss to remove any food particles
  3. 3Apply a cold compress if swollen
  4. 4Avoid placing aspirin on the aching tooth
  5. 5See a dentist as soon as possible
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Knocked-Out Tooth

  1. 1Pick up tooth by the crown, not root
  2. 2Rinse gently if dirty, but don't scrub
  3. 3Try to reinsert into socket if possible
  4. 4Keep tooth moist in milk or saliva
  5. 5See dentist immediately (within 30 minutes)
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Broken Tooth

  1. 1Rinse mouth with warm water
  2. 2Apply cold compress to reduce swelling
  3. 3Save any tooth fragments
  4. 4Use temporary dental cement if available
  5. 5See dentist as soon as possible
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Bitten Lip or Tongue

  1. 1Clean area gently with water
  2. 2Apply cold compress to reduce swelling
  3. 3Use gentle pressure with clean cloth
  4. 4If bleeding doesn't stop, seek medical help
  5. 5Avoid hot foods until healed

Prevention Tips

Regular Check-ups

Visit your dentist every 6 months for routine examinations

Proper Hygiene

Brush twice daily and floss regularly to maintain oral health

Protective Gear

Wear mouthguards during sports activities

Healthy Diet

Limit sugary foods and drinks that can cause tooth decay