Following are dental emergency protocol :
Accidents happen.
As with all medical emergencies, it is recommended that you seek proper medical attention as soon as possible.
Basic Protocols
First Aid
Keep the damaged area clean, rinse with warm water if needed. If bleeding, pack it tightly with gauze or gauze-like material. Keep pressure on the wound. If a tooth or piece of a tooth has come off, place the tooth into cold milk or tooth preservative. If it is dirty, rinse with warm water, but do not remove or touch any tissue. Products for pain should be Ibuprofen-based or Acetaminophen-based. Avoid aspirin.
Soft Tissue Injury
Mouth injury
If a small foreign object is in the mouth, remove it. Use dental floss. If it is not between the teeth, use tweezers. Rinse with warm water. If the injury is bleeding, apply pressure with clean cloth until it stops. If it doesn’t stop, or you suspect broken bones (such as the jaw) do not move the injured mouth. Go to the emergency room. Use a cold compress to keep down swelling.
Pain Control
Medication
Never rub pain medication directly against the injury, it burns the tissues. Oral numbing agents are OK for temporary pain relief but should not be used for long periods of time, and never on open wounds. Keep the swelling down with cold compresses or ice. Do not place ice directly against the damaged tissue inside the mouth. Cracked teeth can cause pain and should be seen by a dentist to prevent nerve and root damage but are usually not serious enough to visit the emergency room.
Orthodontics
Dentures
Minor cuts and abrasions are normal for orthodontics. Most problems can be resolved temporarily. Poking wires can be gently pushed back with a pencil eraser or by covering the end with wax. If damage to soft tissue occurs, rinse with warm water. If the damage is bleeding, see the Basic Protocols section. If damage has occurred to the orthodontics and causing serious injury, seek immediate dental help. Go to the emergency room if necessary.
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