If you damage your tooth and it is more than just a chip, you could be looking at some major problems if you don’t address it immediately. First things first, address the pain and protect any other teeth to avoid further issues.
If a break occurs:
- Rinse your mouth out with warm water.
- Apply pressure to stop any bleeding.
- Use a cold compress to prevent any swelling.
- If you can find the tooth, bring it with you to the dentist or surgeon’s office.
If you lose a tooth:
- Do NOT pull the root of the tooth out if it is still attached.
- Rinse the tooth off with saline or milk. Do NOT scrub the tooth.
- Reinsert tooth back into the socket if possible, then bite down onto a gauze to stabilize the tooth.
- If you cannot reinsert the tooth, protect it by placing it into milk or saline.
- Go to your dentist or an oral surgeon IMMEDIATELY.
Replacement teeth should last for years at a time, so it is very important to know your options and choose a treatment plan that is right for you such as the following:
- Implants.
- Fixed Bridges.
- Removable partial dentures.
- Dentures.
Whatever option you may be leaning towards, the Oral and Facial Surgery Institute can help you decide what is best for you. Call us today to set up a consultation at (435) 238-7083.