{"id":123,"date":"2019-05-30T19:58:11","date_gmt":"2019-05-30T19:58:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hendricksendentistry.com\/blog\/?p=123"},"modified":"2019-05-30T19:58:11","modified_gmt":"2019-05-30T19:58:11","slug":"what-to-do-when-you-have-a-dental-emergency-in-bedford","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/what-to-do-when-you-have-a-dental-emergency-in-bedford\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do When You Have a Dental Emergency in Bedford"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_51088509__1559245926_78890.jpg\" alt=\"Man with tooth pain\" class=\"wp-image-124\" width=\"298\" height=\"228\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_51088509__1559245926_78890.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_51088509__1559245926_78890-300x230.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_51088509__1559245926_78890-768x589.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 298px) 100vw, 298px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe you\u2019ve just cracked your teeth while chewing on some ice. Maybe you got hit in the face with a soccer ball and lost a tooth as a result. Or maybe you\u2019ve suddenly started experiencing pain whenever you bite down on something. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">Dental emergencies<\/a> in Bedford can happen at any time; here are some common signs of an emergency and how to respond appropriately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Knocked Out Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your tooth has been knocked out, carefully pick it up by\nthe crown (the part you chew with), not the root. Try to place the tooth back\nin the socket, then call your dentist as soon as possible. They may be able to\nsave it, but if they can\u2019t, an implant may be necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Swollen Face<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your face swells up, it could be a sign of an infection\nin your tooth, bone, or gum. This can be a life-threatening problem if untreated,\nso you\u2019ll need to call your dentist immediately. While waiting for your\nappointment, stay upright (even while sleeping) and drink plenty of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Broken, Cracked or Chipped Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These types of physical damage to the tooth can range from\nmoderate to severe; if there\u2019s a lot of pain, you\u2019ll need to see the dentist\nright away. The correct treatment will vary from case to case, so you\u2019ll need\nto have the tooth examined first; when calling about broken, cracked, or\nchipped teeth, describe the damage as fully as possible. You can use a cold\ncompress to reduce any swelling until your appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bleeding Gums<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you see blood on your floss or on your toothbrush, it\u2019s\nlikely an early sign of gum disease, which can eventually lead to tooth loss if\nnot treated quickly. Book an appointment as soon as possible; don\u2019t put it off\nfor more than a month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Toothache<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A toothache may be caused by something being stuck in the\nteeth, so rinse and floss thoroughly. If you don\u2019t find anything and the pain\ncontinues for more than a couple of days, you\u2019ll need to see your dentist to\ndetermine the cause.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Injury That Won&#8217;t Heal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bleeding and swelling are often a normal result of a dental\nprocedure, but if it lasts longer than indicated by your dentist, it could be a\nsign of an infection or other problem that needs to be addressed immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important not to panic during a dental emergency. Your\ndentist in Bedford will give you advice on how to take care your tooth before\ncoming in for your appointment. Follow their instructions and do what you can\nat home to ease the pain. In many cases, quickly recognizing and treating a\ndental emergency can be the key to fixing the damage and preventing it from\nspreading further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At Hendricksen and White Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, Drs. Ronald Hendricksen, Julia White, and Brandon White provide quality dentistry in a comfortable environment. Dr. Hendricksen has built three dental facilities in Bedford during his career; the Whites are excited to help continue his legacy of compassionate care. For questions about dental emergencies, visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (540) 587-5707. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Maybe you\u2019ve just cracked your teeth while chewing on some ice. Maybe you got hit in the face with a soccer ball and lost a tooth as a result. Or maybe you\u2019ve suddenly started experiencing pain whenever you bite down on something. 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