What to do if you have a Dental Emergency

Posted on 3/20/2023 by Dr. Nick Raptou

No one ever plans or anticipates an accident. Most emergencies are medically based and require good urgent care. Like all other emergencies, dental emergencies require immediate quality dental care attention.

Dental traumas resulting from accidents and contact sports can call for a fast response by a dentist. Similarly, if you experience severe pain that threatens your oral health, you should see your dentist for emergency dental treatment. To avoid some of these dental emergencies, you should consider appropriate measures. Below are some of the actions you can take to handle dental emergencies.

Contact a Dentist Immediately

Before you take any action, you should get professional advice.

Different dental emergencies will require different emergency responses. For instance, if you have a toothache, you have to reach your dentist immediately after you feel the pain. The dentist will give you proper guidelines to follow.

Apply First Aid Actions

While first aid is not recommended, there are some actions you may take if the dentist is far away. For instance, using a cold compress, and rinsing with salty water as required comes in handy. The pain often indicates deep problems like gum disease, tooth decay, infected tooth, and more. That is why first aid actions should never be the end.

What to do for Severe Dental Injuries

If your tooth is knocked out or is loose, call your dentist as soon as possible. Try to hold it in its socket until you see your dental healthcare provider. In case of a dental emergency like a broken, cracked, or chipped tooth, use warm water in rinsing your mouth and then put a cold compress on the face in case you receive a blow to reduce swelling in the affected area.

Conclusion

To handle most of these dental emergencies you will require to reach out to their dental healthcare provider for professional medical treatment solutions. However, you may take some actions while you wait for your dentist.

Raptou Family icon quote left at double resolution

Dr. Raptou and his staff are simply amazing! I have been to many, many dentists over the years and none have come close to providing the excellent care and professional service I experienced with Dr. Raptou and his team! I am one of those people who has always had a major fear of going to the dentist, but not any more thanks to Dr. Raptou!

Raptou Family icon quote right at double resolution

Expect Something Different

We are passionate about creating smiles with life-changing results.
Our dentists in Columbus, OH believe that continuing education is a natural extension of our desire to provide patients with the best that dental care can offer while maintaining an edge of excellence in our practice.

Learn MoreAbout Dr. NicholasDentist in Columbus OH Learn MoreAbout Dr. IsaacDentist in Columbus OH

Dr. Nicholas Raptou and son Dr. Isaac Raptou, dentists in Columbus, OH.

We recognize that all patients are unique and deserve to receive dental care tailored to their individual needs.

Our talented dental team continually strives to provide each patient with a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding experience in our Columbus dentist office.

We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.

Learn MoreAbout Our Dental Team

Contact Raptou Family Dental Today

Our Columbus dentists are the first step to a healthier, happier you!

Request YourAppointment
Download YourNew Patient Forms

Give Us a Call
(614) 427-0449

Raptou Family button for social location at double resolution

136 Northwoods Blvd STE A1
Columbus, OH 43235-4728

Image of text - No dental insurance? Click to get preventive dental care for a low monthly fee.

Dental Blog - Columbus, OH • Raptou Family Dental
We provide Columbus with comprehensive general & family dentistry with an emphasis on individualized care, prevention, & cosmetic enhancements. Visit our Blog!
Raptou Family Dental, 136 Northwoods Blvd, STE A1, Columbus, OH 43235 ^ (614) 427-0449 ^ raptou.com ^ 12/3/2025 ^ Tags: Dentist Columbus OH ^