Accidents happen, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. Here are some tips for common dental emergencies: For a knocked-out permanent or adult tooth, keep it moist at all times. If you can, try placing the tooth back in the socket without touching the root. If that’s not possible, place it in between your cheek and gums, in milk, or use a tooth preservation product that has the ADA Seal of Acceptance. Then, get to your dentist’s office right away. For a cracked tooth, immediately rinse the mouth with warm water to clean the area. Put cold compresses on the face to keep any swelling down. If you bite your tongue or lip, clean the area gently with water and apply a cold …
Temporary Open for Emergency Dental Care Only
Per recommendations from the American Dental Association as well as the CDC, we have elected to temporarily suspend appointments until April (though that date could change). We will be operating as emergency care only. If you have a scheduled appointment during this time, we will be reaching out to you. We apologize for the inconvenience and hope to get back to a regular schedule as soon as we are advised that it is safe to do so. We appreciate your understanding in our efforts to help flatten the curve. During this unprecedented time, please know that the health and safety of our patients and our staff is, as always, our #1 priority. Please revisit this page for updates. If you, as an …