In the event of a dental emergency, it is imperative that
you contact your Grand Prairie emergencydentist, Dr. Quinn Smith, as quickly as possible. In fact, it may be a good
idea to program Dr. Smith’s office number (972-262-5111) into your phone right
now so that you do not have to waste time looking for it should an emergency situation
arise. However, handling a dental emergency may be about more than getting to a
dental appointment quickly. In many cases, there are several things you can do
before you even get into a car.
Caring for a Knocked-Out Tooth
If an unexpected blow knocks out one of your teeth, you will
probably be in disbelief for a few moments. Eventually, though, panic may begin
to set in as the situation becomes more and more real to you. However, it is important
that you not panic. By acting quickly, there is a chance that your tooth can be
saved. The first thing to realize is that time is of the essence. When a tooth isknocked out, you have a short window of about one hour during which the tooth
can be saved. In order to save the tooth, you must locate it, which can be
difficult depending upon your surrounding when the emergency occurs. Once you
have found the tooth, be sure to pick it up by the crown and rinse it clean
with water. Next, attempt to place the tooth back in its socket. If you are
unable to replace the tooth in its socket, put it in a glass of water or milk
and bring it with you to an emergency dental appointment.
Emergency Care in Grand Prairie
When it comes to an emergency, your Grand Prairie dentist,
Dr. Smith, understands that speed is very important. He, therefore, makes every
effort to see emergency patients as quickly as he possibly can. In addition,
Dr. Smith also welcomes emergency patients who have never attended our dental office
before, providing them with the care that they need in a very important time.
About Dr. Quinn
Smith: Dr. Quinn Smith is a respected and experienced family dentist in Grand
Prairie TX. He takes a patient-first approach that starts from the moment
patients enter the dental office and offers a three-year guarantee on all
dental work. New patients can schedule an appointment or a consultation with
Dr. Smith by calling 972-262-5111.
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