Are you prepared for a dental emergency? Do you know what constitutes as a dental emergency? While you have a first aid kit for cuts or bruises, it is important to have a dental emergency kit. You use this kit to treat any minor dental issues or issues you can treat before heading to the dentist office. Prepare your dental emergency kit by adding these few items to your kit.
What to Add to Your Family’s Dental Emergency Kit?
A dental issue happens without any warning, and if you experience them more often than not, a dental emergency kit is definitely a good idea. Grab a small box and keep these dental items on hand for any emergency.
Toothbrush
A toothbrush is the first thing to always add to any dental emergency kit. It is used to clean the area affected in the mouth. Keep a couple of brand new toothbrushes in your kit to prevent an infection in the affected area. Soft bristle toothbrushes are better for an emergency, as they won’t hurt the person affected.
Dental mirror
For those dental emergencies you can’t see with the naked eye, a dental mirror is a great addition to your kit. It will let you see tooth pains or injuries in the back of the mouth or behind the front teeth. It helps you get to the injury more efficiently and know exactly what is causing the issue.
Salt gargle
A simple solution of sea salt and water helps clean and disinfect the affected mouth area. Gargling salt clears the mouth of any blood or bacteria hitting the injury and becoming infected. Keep a small bottle of salt gargle in your dental emergency kit to keep the injured mouth clean.
Floss
Sometimes a tooth pain is simply a food particle stuck in between teeth, causing the gums to become irritated. Floss and a dental mirror help to find the food particle and get it out to release it from the gums. Add floss to your dental emergency kit for minor dental issues.
After Using Your Dental Emergency Kit, Visit Your Dentist
Bellevue Family Dentistry is here for those dental emergencies your kit can’t take care of. We will treat your dental issue and get you feeling better in no time. Schedule an appointment with us today!
