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Emergencies: Trauma, Chipped/fracture tooth,swollen jaw,face, abscess, pain,broken denture,discomfort, etc

Don't suffer in pain. We will schedule you an appointment immediately to help you. Emergencies are prioritized and seen same day during our office is open.

If our dental office is closed, and the incident is life threatening, visit your local emergency room.

 

Frequently asked questions

Question: I knock out my tooth, what should i do?

Answer: Keep knocked-out tooth moist at all times. If it is an adult tooth try placing the tooth back in the socket without touching the root. If 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. If the tooth is a baby tooth, the best thing to do is find the tooth, keep it moist and get to a dentist.


Q: What if I fracture / broken my tooth?

A: For a fractured or broken tooth,  rinse with water to get out debris. Use cold compresses on the face to reduce swelling if needed. Call us for emergency appointment.


Q: Bite my tongue or lip, what to do?

A: Rinse gently with water and apply a cold compress. See your dentist or go to the emergency room or Urgent Care if there is excessive bleeding, the bleeding won't stop or you are in a lot of pain.


Q: How do I treat a toothache?

A: For toothaches, rinse your mouth with warm water to clean it out. Gently use dental floss to remove any food caught between your teeth.  If the pain persists, contact us.

Q: What if I think my jaw is broken?


A: If you think your jaw is broken apply cold compresses to control the swelling. Go to your dentist or a hospital emergency room.


Q: How to avoid a dental emergency?

A: Have you preventive care visits regularly (every 6 months) for dental problems can be diagnosed. Follow up with your dental treatments before they flare out into emergencies.  Always wear mouthguard in sporting activities. To avoid cracked tooth, do not chew ice and anything hard.  Do not use your teeth to open things, i have seen a fractured teeth from patient opening caps from beer bottle with teeth.


Richmond Rosenberg dentist

Dr Cecelia Reid DDS

(281) 239-3900

SmileSmart® Dental

4601 Ave H, Suite 1, Rosenberg, TX 77471

Dr Reid, Rosenberg dentist provides excellent dental care in the area of Family, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, orthodontics and children's dentistry.  We are located  in Richmond-Rosenberg, serving surrounding areas: of Houston, Fort Bend, Richmond , Sugarland, Needville, Katy, Sealy, Beasly, Damon, Stafford, Missouri City.

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