{"id":1098,"date":"2019-04-13T09:58:45","date_gmt":"2019-04-13T09:58:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mckellpackerdental.com\/?p=1098"},"modified":"2021-05-18T14:57:01","modified_gmt":"2021-05-18T14:57:01","slug":"travelling-abroad-what-to-do-in-a-dental-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mckellpackerdental.com\/es\/travelling-abroad-what-to-do-in-a-dental-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"Travelling Abroad? What To Do in a Dental Emergency"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you are planning on travelling abroad in the near future, you may want to visit a dentist before your trip, especially if you have a history of dental issues. However, accidents can happen, and it important to know what you should do in a dental emergency, when you are unable to visit your dentist.<\/p>\n

What Classifies as a Dental Emergency?<\/h2>\n

Common dental emergencies include a prolonged toothache, a cracked or broken tooth, and a dislodged tooth. Whilst finding a suitable dentist is one of the first reactions to a dental emergency, there are other actions you can take to address the emergency immediately.<\/p>\n

Toothache<\/h3>\n

If you have a toothache, rinse your mouth and use floss to remove anything that might be stuck in your teeth. You can take over-the-counter painkillers to help with the pain. However, if the ache lingers and you can\u2019t wait for a fix until you return home, you may need to find a dentist.<\/p>\n

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Broken or Cracked Tooth<\/h3>\n

You will need to find a dentist and should not wait until you get back to your home country. However, rinsing your mouth and applying a cold compress to the outside of your cheek can help reduce the pain and swelling until you see a professional.<\/p>\n

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Dislodged Tooth<\/h3>\n

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If your tooth has been completely knocked out of your mouth, you need to find and prepare the tooth for reinsertion (if possible). When handling the tooth, always hold it by the crown and not the roots. Rinse the whole tooth, taking care not to touch any exposed tissue. Hold the tooth in the now empty socket in the mouth and get as quickly as you can to a dentist. This is to keep the tooth alive.<\/p>\n

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If it is too painful or there is too much blood, transport the tooth to the dentist\u2019s office in a cup of milk. Time is of the essence in this case as\u00a0the likelihood of saving the tooth decreases after about 30 minutes.<\/p>\n

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Tips for Traveling<\/h3>\n

A dental emergency is a scary experience, especially while traveling. However, some initiative and planning can ensure you know how to respond should a disaster strike.<\/p>\n

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