Emergencies

What are dental emergencies?
e.g. B.:

• knocked out teeth

• Heavy bleeding (including secondary bleeding that does not stop or starts again after 30 minutes)

• Severe pain (with fever)

• Visible swelling (can be life-threatening under certain circumstances)

• Jaw fractures/accidental injuries (please go for emergency treatment IMMEDIATELY)

• Oral mucosal injuries

• Loose dental crowns/bridges

• if mouth opening difficulties or pain in the temporomandibular joint occur after a fall on the chin

Important: In the event of deep, dirty or serious injuries, go to hospital immediately or have your family doctor check your tetanus vaccination status!

For knocked out teeth: Do not wipe or disinfect the loose tooth and do not touch the root surface. Instead, keep it moist in a tooth rescue box (possible for approx. 24 hours) or place it in UHT milk in a plastic bag.
Visit the dentist after every dental accident, as not all damage is immediately visible.

Tip: Use sports mouthguards to minimize damage to teeth, jaw and jaw joints.