When it comes to tooth pain, an emergency dentist is an expert in reducing discomfort. While you should always see a dentist following a dental emergency, you will want to reduce as much pain as possible.

It might take some time to find an emergency dentist and drive to their office, so your goal should be to alleviate pain after calling the dentist.

How to get immediate tooth pain relief

Your teeth can hurt for a variety of reasons. While some are not serious issues, like sensitivity after whitening, others can be dental emergencies.

If you chip a tooth, lose a tooth or dislodge a filling, your teeth might be in incredible pain. While calling an emergency dentist should be your priority, the pain might be too unbearable to even pick up the phone.

Here are some ways to manage pain during a dental emergency.

Take an over the counter pain reliever

While an over the counter pain reliever might not completely take away the pain, it will reduce it significantly. It also will help to lessen any swelling that is present.

Swish the mouth with warm salt water

Swishing the mouth with warm salt water helps to reduce any swelling as well as removes any bacteria in the mouth. It may sting a little, but harmful bacteria will now be unable to infect any open wounds.

Apply oils that offer pain relief

Some oils have natural pain-relieving traits. These oils include sunflower oil, sesame oil, tea tree oil, clove oil, nutmeg oil and oregano oil. Use a clean cotton swab to apply the oil to the painful area.

Apply extracts that offer pain relief

Much like oil, certain extracts can help bring relief to a toothache. Extracts that have been proven to provide temporary pain relief include vanilla extract, almond extract, peppermint extract and lemon extract.

Apply an ice pack to the painful area

An ice pack can be used to bring pain relief as well as reduce any swelling. The ice itself should not be directly placed on the area as this can damage your skin. You should put the ice in a washcloth that can be gently held against the painful area. Keep the ice on the injury for 10 minutes and then remove it for a few minutes. This will also prevent damage to the skin.

Keep the head elevated

Keeping the head elevated is recommended as it can help to reduce the blood flow to the painful area.

Do you have unbearable tooth pain?

If your teeth hurt after a fall, blow to the mouth or car accident, then see a dentist for evaluation. There may be an issue that you do not see.

If your teeth are chipped, cracked or missing, you need to see a dentist as soon as possible. Even if there is no pain, your dentist can fix these problems to prevent infection.

Call our office to see our emergency dentist any time your teeth hurt excessively or are damaged.

Request an appointment here: https://dawsondentalgroup.com or call Dawson Dental Group at (706) 608-4099 for an appointment in our Dawsonville office.

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