{"id":94,"date":"2019-03-14T03:26:45","date_gmt":"2019-03-14T03:26:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/blog\/?p=94"},"modified":"2019-03-14T03:26:47","modified_gmt":"2019-03-14T03:26:47","slug":"an-emergency-dentist-in-falls-city-reveals-how-to-tackle-dental-trauma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/blog\/2019\/03\/14\/an-emergency-dentist-in-falls-city-reveals-how-to-tackle-dental-trauma\/","title":{"rendered":"An Emergency Dentist in Falls City Reveals How to Tackle Dental Trauma"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/girl_jaw_pain__1552533879_78382.jpg\" alt=\"girl holding jaw in pain\" class=\"wp-image-95\" width=\"297\" height=\"198\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/girl_jaw_pain__1552533879_78382.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/girl_jaw_pain__1552533879_78382-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/girl_jaw_pain__1552533879_78382-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 297px) 100vw, 297px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While statistics reflect that 51 million hours of school are\nmissed each year due to children receiving <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/\">dental care<\/a>, dental emergencies are\nmore prevalent among kids when they are out of school on a break or away on\nvacation. As a parent, how should you respond? As you read on, your emergency\ndentist in Falls City explains what you can do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do for any Dental Emergency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter the type of dental emergency that has occurred,\nthere are three basic rules that should be adhered to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Relax <\/strong>\u2013\nAlthough a dental emergency is a tense situation, it\u2019s important to be as calm\nas possible so your child won\u2019t panic and so you can be as coherent as\npossible.<\/li><li><strong>Assess <\/strong>\u2013\nAfter you\u2019ve taken a deep breath, you should then carefully assess the situation.<\/li><li><strong>Seek Help\n<\/strong>\u2013 The assessment is critical because you\u2019ll need to explain what has\nhappened when you speak with a staff member at your dentist\u2019s office.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Handle Common Dental Emergencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the ultimate way for your child\u2019s oral health to be\nrestored is to receive care from an emergency dentist, there are some steps you\ncan take to stabilize the situation. Here are some tips to keep in mind for\nsome of the more common types of trauma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Broken Tooth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Attempting to chew ice, nail-biting or eating certain nuts\nare some of the possible contributors to a broken tooth. If this happens, you should\nhave your child rinse his or her mouth with warm, salt-water to decrease any\nbacteria activity. Then, if there are any broken pieces, they should be\ncollected in a small bag and given to the emergency dentist when you visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Severe Toothache<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A severe toothache is often caused by the accumulation of\nbacteria over time. After reaching out to your emergency dentist, have your\nchild apply ice to the outside of the jaw in 20-minute increments. You can also\nhave him or her take ibuprofen to lessen any discomfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Knocked Out Tooth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If a tooth is fully dislodged, the first step is to grab it\nby the crown and then attempt to reinsert it. If that doesn\u2019t work, then place\nit in a cup of milk to preserve the root until your child can be seen for\ntreatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Partially Dislodged Tooth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The best way to address a partially dislodged tooth is to\nleave it alone until your child can be seen by an emergency dentist. Meanwhile,\nibuprofen can be taken to reduce any pain and swelling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Object Stuck Between the Teeth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not uncommon for food to get caught between the teeth\nwhile eating. Usually, it requires an uneventful removal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are times, however, where a piece of debris lodged between\nthe teeth can lead to infection and other problems. A temporary solution is to carefully\nfloss around the area in an attempt to remove the leftover food. If there is\nany bleeding, you can gently apply a cotton gauze.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to do When You\u2019re Traveling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re vacationing away from home with your family, then\nit will be either difficult or impossible to visit your emergency dentist in a\ntimely manner. A remedy is to perform an internet search for a dentist close\nby. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also contact a local dental society to find a\nprofessional who can treat your child\u2019s dental emergency. Then, there is the\noption of visiting a nearby emergency room and asking for a dentist referral.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dental emergency is an unfavorable situation to be in, but\nby having a plan of action, you\u2019re now better prepared to help restore your child\u2019s\noral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. J. Travis Kobza earned his dental degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center. For over a decade, he\u2019s been providing top-notch care to meet all his patients\u2019 needs. Dr. Kobza treats dental emergencies at Kobza Dental, and he can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kobzadental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While statistics reflect that 51 million hours of school are missed each year due to children receiving dental care, dental emergencies are more prevalent among kids when they are out of school on a break or away on vacation. 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