What to do before you get here
General first aid while you are on your way. It is not a substitute for being seen, so call us first.
Knocked-out tooth
Pick it up by the crown, not the root. Rinse it gently, keep it moist in milk or tucked in your cheek, and get to us fast.
Broken tooth
Rinse with warm water, save any pieces you can find, and hold a cold compress on your cheek to limit swelling.
Toothache
Rinse with warm salt water and floss gently on both sides of the tooth in case something is stuck there.
Bleeding
Bite down on clean gauze with firm, steady pressure. If the bleeding will not stop, treat it as a medical emergency.
Swelling
Hold a cold compress on the outside of your cheek. Do not use heat, and do not put aspirin on the gum.
Lost crown or filling
Keep the crown and bring it with you. Avoid chewing on that side and keep the area clean.