TOOTHACHE

Very persistent toothache is always a sign that you need to see a dentist as

soon as practicable. In the meantime, you should try to obtain relief by

rinsing the mouth with water and trying to clean out debris from any obvious

cavities. Use dental floss to remove any food that might be trapped within

the cavity (especially between the teeth).Take pain relief if necessary, using

pain medicines that you know you are safe with. Remember, no pain relief

tablets will work directly on the tooth. They must be swallowed as directed.

If placed on the tooth, they can cause more trouble (especially aspirin).

TOOTH KNOCKED OUT OF MOUTH

If dirty, rinse tooth in milk holding it by the crown (not roots). If not

available use water (for a few seconds only), then put the tooth back in the

socket. If the tooth cannot be replanted, place it in milk or in the patient's

mouth inside the cheek. Go to a dentist within 30 minutes if you can. Time

is critical for successful replanting.



FOOD WEDGED BETWEEN TEETH

Try to remove the object with dental floss. Guide the floss in carefully so

as not to cut the gums. If unsuccessful, go to a dentist.