Emergencies

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Fact:

Stock TaskDental Emergencies can be avoided by maintaining a routine of regular continuing care visits with the dental hygienist for a thorough cleaning, necessary radiographs and an exam by the dentist.

The recommended time interval for these visits can vary from every 3 to 6 months to a maximum of one year.



How to find us

Our office is conveniently located directly across from the Chester County Hospital in downtown West Chester. Please see our Location page for an interactive map and other contact information.


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In case of a dental emergency, please call us!


Our office will do it's best to respond to legitimate emergencies 24/7 days a week.

We can be reached at 610-431-0700. Calling us as early as possible in the day (we start at 7 am) is best.

First Aid for Dental Emergencies


First Aid KitThe following first aid procedures for oral-facial injuries should be followed by a visit to the dentist as soon as possible.

Cracked Filling or Tooth?

Clean out debris with warm salt water: place cotton soaked with oil of clove or salt water on area. Do not place aspirin or campho phenique on area since this may cause more pain than not.

Bleeding Gums?

Rinse mouth 4 times per day with warm salt water; brush and floss even if bleeding persists.

Bitten Tongue or Lip?

Apply direct pressure with a gauze or tea bag for up to 15 minutes and externally apply a cold compress to area for no more than 10 minutes.

Knocked Out Tooth?

Do not scrub tooth. Keep tooth moist in milk or saliva of mouth and get to dentist immediately for reinsertion.

Swelling of Soft Tissue or Gum Boil?

This is a sure sign of infection, use a cold compress on the outside of the face and a warm salt water ( 1/2 tsp./ cup ) soak in the mouth.

Teething?

For small children use a cold teething ring or finger massage with a teething ointment; for those wisdom teeth use a salt poultice or rinse.

Object Wedged Between Teeth?

Try to remove object with dental floss. Go slowly to avoid further injury.

Orthodontic Problems?

Place cotton or wax over an irritating wire or bracket. If wire is embedded in tissue, do not attempt to remove it but obtain professional help.


Our office will do it's best to respond to legitimate emergencies 24 hours a day / 7 days a week.

We can be reached at 610-431-0700. Calling us as early as possible in the day will gain the best result.