Dental emergencies are dental problems that require immediate treatment. It may be to save a tooth, stop bleeding or to relieve severe pain. There are also dental issues like infection that can be life threatening if not dealt with right away.
In case of a dental emergency in Toronto, the best thing to do is to head over to the nearest dental clinic. But there are times when we need to make necessary actions to preserve a tooth or alleviate the pain. It is important to take note of your dentist or the dental clinic's contact details so you can quickly call and inquire about the best response to any dental situation.
Here are also a list of some dental emergency scenarios and the first-aid treatments we can apply. Remember that these are simply emergency treatments and the patient must still be brought to the nearest dental clinic or specialist as soon as possible to get checked and to be given the necessary care.
For facial pains and tissue injuries caused lacerations and puncture wounds inside the mouth, it is vital to clean the affected area with warm water first and to quickly get to an oral health care specialist or the hospital emergency room. In case of extreme pain, the patient may take acetaminophen or paracetamol to relieve it. Aspirin and Ibuprofen must not be used since they are considered anticoagulants which are also referred to as blood thinners and will cause bleeding.
Another type of dental emergency in Toronto is knocked-out or broken teeth. In cases like this, it is important to collect the extracted tooth by touching only the tooth's crown or the tooth's top part. The root must not be disturbed since it may prevent re-implantation. Gently and very quickly rinse the tooth with water if there is dirt on it and insert it into the right socket if possible. If not, store it in a container with milk or between the patient's cheek and gum to prevent it from drying. There is a high chance that the knocked out tooth can be re-implanted if the patient and the extracted tooth are brought to the dental clinic within 30 minutes.
To know more about dental emergency in Toronto or to treat urgent dental issues, visit or call Queens Quay Dental Center at +1 (647) 352-0755.