Peekskill Emergency Dentist
Saving your natural teeth is a high priority for us here at Montrose Dental Associates. And when it comes to a knocked out (avulsed) tooth, our
Peekskill emergency dentist is here and ready to help. Whether your tooth is dislodged or completely knocked out, it is most definitely an urgent matter, and not something that can wait. Time is of the essence.
The reason a tooth may come loose from its socket can be the result of an injury of an accident. While such a tooth may not always be able to be saved, our
Peekskill emergency dentist can do so in many instances. Of course, the probability will depend on several factors. It is vital that you keep the tooth moist until you can reach our office. If the tooth is simply dislodged from its socket, but still connected, try to gently push it back in. If you can't , then put the tooth into either a container of milk or one with water and a pinch of salt. In order to manage pain, you can take an over-the-counter pain reliever. It may also be helpful to put ice on the effected area. When you get here, our
Peekskill emergency dentist will assess the damage that has occurred. The tooth, the socket, and the surrounding area will be cleaned and disinfected. An attempt will then b made to return to the tooth to its proper position. If there is no damage to the pulp of the tooth, that may be all that is required. A plastic splint or orthodontic wire bracket may be utilized to keep the tooth in place while it heals. If there is damage to the pulp or nerve, root canal therapy will need to be performed to try saving the tooth.
When a tooth has been knocked out, do not hesitate to contact us. Every second counts when it comes to improving the odds for keeping your tooth.
Montrose Dental Associates
2118 Albany Post Road
Montrose, New York 10548
(914) 417-4159
By Montrose Dental Associates
January 2, 2017
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