An emergency of any kind can be unsettling especially those involving yourself or a loved one . When our adrenaline is pumping, our minds are thinking clearly. A dental emergency can be anything from a broken tooth to a broken crown or filling to severe toothache. The ability to stay calm in a dental emergency will depend on if you feel prepared and knowledgeable. You may find yourself asking questions like, “Does this require immediate attention?,” “What do I do?,” and “Who do I call?.” Being able to answer them will keep you cool, calm, and collected in the face of your adrenaline. 

Does this require immediate attention?

A tooth can be cracked, broken, or knocked out completely either by a biting down on something too hard or by a physical accident. A small chip may not need immediate care. If the crack is severe or if a large piece of the tooth is missing, it should be seen by a dentist immediately. If a tooth has been completely knocked out, it requires immediate attention. Severe pain can be less black and white to decide if you can wait or not. It is usually best to call your dentist if you are in doubt.

What do I do?

If a tooth is knocked out, try to keep it in the socket until you reach the dentist. You may some moistened gauze to apply pressure to keep the bleeding at bay. Be careful not to swallow the tooth. If you cannot keep it in the socket, rinse it and keep it in a container of your own saliva or milk until you can see your dentist. If you are in pain from any kind of emergency, an over-the-counter pain reliever may help.

Call us in a dental emergency

If you experience a dental emergency, call the Dental Centre of Conroe immediately at (936) 441-4600 to schedule an emergency visit. Located in Conroe, TX, we also proudly serve the residents of Houston, The Woodlands, Willis, Montgomery, Magnolia, Huntsville, and all the surrounding communities.