08/18/2016 10:49
Most dentists leave a little wiggle room in their daily schedules to fit in patients with urgent dental issues, but few have 24/7 availability. Since dental emergencies rarely confine themselves to normal office hours, you might want to consider having an alternate plan for those times your dentist is not available.
Dental emergencies can be frightening, which is why it can help to create an emergency plan of action long before an emergency strikes. This plan should include the phone number for our Los Angeles emergency dentistry expert so that you can get the help you need quickly. You can also create a dental first aid kit, which should include all the essentials you might need, including:
- Nitrile gloves
- Disposable alcohol wipes
- Cotton balls or gauze pads
- Dental floss
- Salt packets
- Dental wax
- Topical anesthetics
- Temporary dental filling material
- A cold pack
If you are facing a dental emergency such as a knocked-out tooth, a severe toothache, or similar problem, call us immediately for further instructions. We can let you know whether you need to come in right away or wait until normal hours. We can also let you know the best way to stabilize your dental health until you can see us.
Call us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment at our emergency dental office.
