Philadelphia Sedation Dentistry Practice Offers First Aid Advice

People should visit the dentist every six months to maintain oral health through checkups and cleanings. Dental care is important to preserve the teeth not only for aesthetic reasons, but for health reasons as well.

Wynnewood, PA (prHWY.com) March 13, 2013 - Wynnewood, Philadelphia (January 29, 2013) - Wynnewood Dental Arts is offering dental advice regarding emergencies that need immediate attention. Thomas DeFinnis, DMD, heads the practice and specializes on cosmetic and [url= http://wynnewooddentalarts.com/sedation-dentistry-philadelphia.php]sedation dentistry in Philadelphia.

Dr. Thomas DeFinnis takes the proactive approach in educating people on what to do in case of emergency when the teeth are involved. If a temporary crown falls out, it can be replaced by purchasing temporary dental adhesive at the local pharmacy or by using a small amount of toothpaste between the tooth and the crown. Chewing food with the affected tooth is discouraged. If a wire sticks out from braces, orthopedic wax should be placed around the wire.

Significant injuries involving knocked out and broken teeth require immediate cleaning of the tooth. The cleaning should be very gentle and nerve endings or ligaments in the tooth or gum should be avoided. The tooth must be preserved by submerging it in saliva or milk as leaving it dry will cause definite damage. Bleeding or swelling in the jaw area and having trouble breathing, talking, or eating need immediate medical attention. Emergency services should be sought.

For more minor cases such as toothaches, patients should avoid hot or cold food and take ibuprofen. Sensitive toothpaste can be applied to the area. Ice packs relieve pain as well. Canker sores need a salt-water rinse to dry out the sore. Patients may choose to apply topical ointment available over the counter.

Dr. Thomas DeFinnis recommends that patients schedule an appointment as soon as possible once first aid treatment has been performed. The Philadelphia dentist can assess if the injury has caused further damage that can have detrimental effects on overall oral health. To reserve an appointment, call 610-642-0139.

For a full list of the practice's procedures, visit www.WynneWoodDentalArts.com.

About Wynnewood Dental Arts

Thomas DeFinnis, DMD is a member of the American Dental Society and the Pennsylvania Dental Society. He studied pre-med in Susquehanna University and graduated from the Temple University School of Dentistry in 1996.

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