Tips for Dental Emergency

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Tips for Dental Emergency
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• Most people do not plan on taking a trip to the
  emergency dentist. However, having a plan and
  information about an emergency dentist in Lake
  Oswego, could save a tooth or prevent an
  infection. Here are some tips to help your teeth
  until you can meet with an emergency dentist in
  Lake Oswego.
• 1. Prevention
• Visiting a Lake Oswego Dentist for regular
  examinations is one of the most important steps
  in preventing the need for an emergency dentist.
  During a regular exam, a Lake Oswego dentist will
  look for any weakening of the teeth, damage to
  the teeth, crowns, fillings, and signs of
  infections.

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• Another method of prevention is to protect your
  teeth during sports. You should use a properly
  fitting mouth guard while playing sports, as it
  is the best method to protecting your teeth.
• 2. Have Contact Information Ready
• There is always the chance that a dental
  emergency will happen. You should have an
  emergency dentist in Lake Oswego somewhere that
  is easy to find. There are some emergency
  dentists who are available 24 hours a day, every
  day of the week. Some Lake Oswego dentists
  provide emergency services in their offices.
  There are also emergency dentists who only do
  emergency dental services.

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• 3. Any Doubts
• If you are having any doubts about if you have a
  dental emergency or not, you should still get in
  contact with a Lake Oswego dentist. It is better
  to be cautious when it come your dental health.
• Most dental emergencies are indicated by the
  following severe mouth pain, bleeding from the
  gums or mouth and swelling in the facial area or
  mouth. If you have any symptoms or signs, you
  should contact a Lake Oswego dentist.

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• 4. Painkillers
• Depending on your dental emergency, you may need
  to take painkillers until a Lake Oswego dentist
  can see you. It is recommended that you use
  Acetaminophen based products like Tylenol, as
  Ibuprofen (Advil and Motrin) and Aspirin act as
  blood thinners. Both Ibuprofen and Aspirin can
  lead to more bleeding during the dental
  emergency. However, if you are in a lot of pain,
  and thats all you have on hand, take the
  painkillers and tell the dentist before the
  procedure. This helps the dentist know what to
  expect.

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• While no one plans to have a dental emergency,
  the Lake Oswego dentists realize that dental
  emergencies happen. Knowing what to do when you
  have a dental emergency, and when to call is the
  most important information that you should know.
  Having the contact information of an emergency
  dentist in Lake Oswego can help you treat your
  mouth and teeth, and when you get to their
  office. Dental emergencies happen it is how you
  treat them that affect your smile in the long run.