by Groovywp | Oct 11, 2023 | faqs, Uncategorized
If your child has a very loose tooth, it should be removed to avoid being swallowed or inhaled.
by Groovywp | Oct 11, 2023 | faqs, Uncategorized
If your child complains of a toothache, rinse his mouth with warm water and inspect his teeth to be sure there is nothing caught between them. If pain continues, use a cold compress to ease the pain. Do not apply heat or any kind of aspirin or topical pain reliever...
by Groovywp | Oct 8, 2023 | faqs, Uncategorized
You can help your child avoid dental emergencies. Child-proof your house to avoid falls. Don’t let your child chew on ice, popcorn kernels, or other hard foods. Always use car seats for young children and require seatbelts for older children. And if your child...
by Groovywp | Oct 8, 2023 | faqs, Uncategorized
If you know or suspect your child has sustained a broken jaw, use a cold compress to reduce swelling. It is best to head to the hospital immediately (where an oral surgeon is on call). In many cases a broken jaw is the result of a blow to the head. Severe blows to the...
by Groovywp | Oct 8, 2023 | faqs, Uncategorized
If your child has something caught between his teeth, use dental floss to gently remove it. Never use a metal, plastic, or sharp tool to remove a stuck object. If you are unable to remove the item with dental floss, give us a call.
by Groovywp | Oct 8, 2023 | faqs, Uncategorized
If your child has chipped or broken a piece off of his tooth, have him rinse his mouth with warm water, then use a cold compress to reduce swelling if the lip was involved. Try to locate and save the tooth fragment that broke off. Schedule an appointment to have the...