Toothaches

The pain from an average toothache can be quickly alleviated using at-home methods before you are able to see a dentist. One proven method is rinsing with water to ensure that plaque, germs and food particles are completely washed out of your mouth.

A toothache can often be provoked just by leftover food particles stuck in between your teeth, which is another reminder of the benefits of flossing. It is best to adhere to this method, as opposed to another common method of allowing pain killers, such as Aspirin, to disintegrate on the infected area. This method tends do be counterproductive and often does more harm than good, since it has the potential to damage your gums in a way that can be even more painful than a toothache.

Broken, Cracked or Dislocated Tooth

It's important to remember that the dental industry is so incredibly advanced, any dental problems you might have can be easily fixed in a quick and affordable way no one could have imagined 100 years ago. That's why if you suffer from a broken, cracked or dislocated tooth, there's no need to panic. This problem can be fixed by advanced dental technology such as porcelain veneers, crowns, fillings and implants. However, it's still important to take action on the matter as quickly as possible in order to make the procedure as easy as possible.

Thanks to advances in cosmetic dentistry, you can regain your perfect smile through the application of lumineers, dentures, crowns or implants in a single session with your dentist. However, there are many important precautions to take after the accident occurs to simplify this process.

Immediately rinse your mouth out completely to remove blood, germs and food particles from infecting the exposed area of your mouth. To avoid swelling, apply a cool, dampened towel on the affected area.

If your tooth has been forcibly displaced, it's important to first attempt yourself to place it back in the pit of your gums while waiting for your dentist to solidify its place through other methods.

If you are unable to replace the tooth yourself, you must take several precautions in the way you handle it, as the state of the tooth can affect the dentist's ability to replace it. Only handle the displaced tooth by the crown and never by the root. Place the tooth in a safe container of warm milk, saline or the tooth owner's saliva as a method of preserving the health of the tooth and protecting it from exposure. Keep the tooth in this container until you are placed under the care of a dental practitioner.

For a fractured tooth, you should apply similar methods of rinsing and applying ice packs to reduce swelling. For minor fractures, the tooth may be sanded or re-molded and replaced if the damage is not too severe.