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Collins Road Family Dental provides services for routine Dental Care, Cosmetic, Implants, Periodontal Maintenance, Root Canal Therapy, and Dentures to patients of all ages. We accept all most major insurances!
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Collins Road Family Dental Dental Services: What to Do in a Dental Crisis This presentation provides essential information on recognizing and responding to dental emergencies. It offers guidance on immediate actions and accessing professional care.
What Qualifies as a Dental Emergency? Severe Bleeding Uncontrolled bleeding in the mouth, not easily stopped. Intense Pain Excruciating pain not relieved by over-the-counter pain medication. Trauma Injury to the face or jaw affecting breathing or swallowing. Infection Swelling in the mouth that compromises the airway.
Immediate First Aid for Common Dental Emergencies Knocked-Out Tooth Rinse gently, attempt re-implantation, or store in milk/saline. Toothache Rinse with warm water, floss gently, apply cold compress. Lost Filling/Crown Cover tooth with temporary cement or sugar-free gum. Broken Tooth Rinse mouth with warm water, apply cold compress.
What to Expect During an Emergency Dental Visit Assessment Evaluation of the problem and pain level. Examination Determining the cause and extent of the issue. Treatment Immediate care to alleviate pain and stabilize the condition. Follow-Up Discussion of long-term care options.
Preventing Dental Emergencies: Proactive Measures Regular Check-ups Recommended every 6 months. Mouthguards Reduce injury risk during sports by up to 60%. Dietary Changes Avoid hard or sticky foods that can damage teeth. Oral Hygiene Brush twice daily, floss daily. Recognizing Signs of a Serious Infection Fever Persistent fever above 100.4°F (38°C). Breathing/Swallowing Difficulty Trouble breathing or swallowing. Swelling Severe swelling extending beyond the mouth and face.
Red Streaks Red streaks on skin around the affected area. Contact Us :- Website - https://collinsroadfamilydental.com/ Map Link - https://maps.app.goo.gl/x3pPajWDzzWo26nL8 Address- 11 Collins Road,Bristol, CT 06010 Call Us - (860) 584-9601 / (860) 589-4577 Email Id - collinsroadfamilydental@gmail.com