{"id":229,"date":"2023-12-05T15:34:25","date_gmt":"2023-12-05T15:34:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/blog\/?p=229"},"modified":"2024-01-06T15:40:04","modified_gmt":"2024-01-06T15:40:04","slug":"dental-avoidance-3-tips-to-prevent-an-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/blog\/dental-avoidance-3-tips-to-prevent-an-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Avoidance: 3 Tips to Prevent an Emergency"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_75049997-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Damaged tooth next to dental mirror and emergency kit\" class=\"wp-image-230\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_75049997-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_75049997-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_75049997-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_75049997-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/AdobeStock_75049997-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try though you might, it\u2019s impossible to predict exactly when a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.texarkanadentistry.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a> will occur because accidents can happen at any given moment. Whether you\u2019ve bitten into something hard and lost a restoration or took a blow to the face during a football game that knocked out a tooth, you\u2019re likely feeling shocked, anxious, and in pain. Though you can\u2019t stop the event itself, there are things you can do to minimize damage if or when something goes down. Keep reading to learn 3 ways to avoid a dental emergency!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#1: Maintain Your Dental Hygiene Routine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the structure of your tooth is compromised and you bite down into something hard or sticky, you\u2019re much more likely to break it. Therefore, preventative care is one of the best ways to keep your teeth and gums strong enough to resist harm. Consistently brushing and flossing twice a day eradicates dangerous bacteria that contribute to tooth decay, which weakens your tooth. Use toothpaste with fluoride to restore your enamel for added protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#2: Be Aware of Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s important to pay attention to what\u2019s happening in your mouth so that you can address problems before they progress into something worse. If you have a toothache, for example, you might have a cavity. It won\u2019t resolve itself and ignoring it could mean an emergency root canal down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also, if you notice changes or sore spots on your tongue, lips, or the inside of your mouth that don\u2019t heal, it\u2019s time for a professional examination. This could be symptomatic of issues like gum disease or oral cancer and should be addressed sooner rather than later. Paying attention to your condition can keep you from needing complex or emergency treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">#3: Wear a Mouthguard<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Those who participate in contact sports or martial arts are taking a chance on their teeth. It\u2019s not uncommon for an opponent to knock you across the face hard enough that a tooth pops out of place. Fortunately, mouthguards mitigate the force of any blow by evenly distributing it across your teeth. That means that no individual pearly white sustains the brunt of the damage and is less likely to be broken or dislodged. Even if your league, school, or organization doesn\u2019t require it, it\u2019s a good idea to have one!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Protecting your teeth with consistent healthy habits and the right equipment builds your resilience so that if something happens, you don\u2019t end up in the dentists\u2019 chair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Pleasant Grove Family Dentistry, you and your crew benefit from two dentists who provide a wide range of services under one roof, including handling dental emergencies. We have same-day appointments so that if something has happened, you don\u2019t have to wait for solutions. With state-of-the-art technology, we can provide the most up-to-date treatments for effective, long-lasting results. 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