{"id":367,"date":"2020-01-12T22:54:27","date_gmt":"2020-01-12T22:54:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/?p=367"},"modified":"2021-10-14T20:19:42","modified_gmt":"2021-10-14T20:19:42","slug":"compassionate-emergency-dentist-in-long-island-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/12\/compassionate-emergency-dentist-in-long-island-city\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Effectively Respond to Common Dental Emergencies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/toothache__1525183739_45507.jpg\" alt=\"woman holding jaw in pain\" class=\"wp-image-368\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/toothache__1525183739_45507.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/toothache__1525183739_45507-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/toothache__1525183739_45507-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The last thing you want is to deal with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/emergency-care.html\">dental emergency<\/a>.\nBut, as the old saying goes, \u201cIf it can happen, it will happen.\u201d While at first\nglance, this may seem pessimistic, adopting this mindset about a dental emergency\ncan actually be quite beneficial to you. After all, if you know what types of\ntrauma can happen and have a plan of action for how to respond, it makes the\nrecovery process much smoother. As you continue reading, an emergency dentist\nin Long Island City lists some common types of dental emergencies, along with\nthe initial steps you should take to address them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Always Do This <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In any emergency situation, you should always take a moment\nto slow down your breathing. By calming yourself, you can gain more clarity and\nmake the best decisions. Then, reach out to an emergency dentist to explain\nwhat has happened and to schedule a visit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, it\u2019s important to know how to stabilize the problem\nuntil you can be seen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toothache<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When a toothache emerges, it usually stems from dental negligence,\nas oral bacteria have been allowed to travel to the deeper parts of the tooth. Until\nyou can be seen by a dentist, here\u2019s what you should do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Carefully floss around the pain site to make\nsure there is no food lodged between your teeth.<\/li><li>Rinse your mouth with a warm salt-water solution\nto slow down the advancement of the bacteria.<\/li><li>Apply a cold compress to the outside of your jaw\nto help manage any swelling.<\/li><li>To quiet the discomfort, take an\nover-the-counter pain reliever like ibuprofen (Motrin\/Advil).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chipped or Broken Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your tooth becomes chipped or broken, rinse your mouth\nwith water and apply a cold compress around the area where there\u2019s any\nswelling. Also, gather any broken pieces and place them in a bag to take with\nyou to your dental visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dislodged Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When a tooth is knocked out, it\u2019s a time-sensitive matter, as\nit will need to be reinserted expeditiously if it\u2019s to be salvaged. Start by\ngrabbing the tooth by the crown (the wider portion) and gently rinsing it under\ncold water, while being careful not to remove any tissue that is attached. Next,\nattempt to reinsert the tooth in its socket, but if that doesn\u2019t work, place it\nin a cup of milk or water with salt added. This will help to keep the roots alive\nuntil you visit your dentist. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bitten Tongue or Lip<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in either situation is to gently wash the area\nand place a cold compress on the wound to reduce any swelling. If any bleeding\npersists for more than 10 minutes, then head to the emergency room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental emergencies are unfortunate, but by knowing what to\ndo initially and receiving the expert care of an emergency dentist, you can\nfully recover and get your life back on track.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Ishwinder Saran earned his dental degree from the Boston\nUniversity Goldman School of Dental Medicine. A consummate learner, he has\nreceived additional postgraduate training in a host of areas, which includes\nroot canal therapy and other minor surgical procedures. Dr. Saran treats dental\nemergencies at LIC Dental Associates, and he can be reached for more\ninformation through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.licdentalassociates.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The last thing you want is to deal with a dental emergency. But, as the old saying goes, \u201cIf it can happen, it will happen.\u201d While at first glance, this may seem pessimistic, adopting this mindset about a dental emergency can actually be quite beneficial to you. 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