Dental emergencies while you're traveling can be even more stressful than the ones that happen when you're at home. However, when you know what to do, you can rest at ease and not let your tooth emergency ruin your vacation. Here's what you should know.
Handling Dental Emergencies On the Road
The first step when you're encountering a lost crown is not to panic, and take some time to assess your problem calmly:
- Examine the crown — Is it completely cracked or damaged? Or could you replace it into your mouth with some temporary cement?
- Assess your situation — Are you at the beginning of your trip? Or are you about to head home? Thinking about this can help you decide whether you need immediate attention (at the beginning of your trip) or can wait to see your dentist at home.
- Consider temporary options — Most drug or grocery stores sell temporary cement for crowns. This might be an option to get you through until you can see your dentist at home. Don't ever use household glue to hold a restoration in place.
- Protect the exposed tooth — If you're unable to replace the crown, be aware of the exposed tooth and avoid chewing in that area. You may need to switch to softer foods until you have a solution for the tooth.
- Contact an emergency provider — You might also consider finding an emergency dentist in your area to work with, if possible, especially if your trip just got underway.
Contact Bonita Grande Dental
Dr. Gostigian and his team are here for emergency dental patients, whether you're an established, new, or traveling patient who's just passing through. We prioritize emergency patients in our schedule and make every effort to provide same-day treatment whenever possible. Contact us at (239) 301-2713 for prompt emergency dental care in Bonita Springs, FL.