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Accidents can happen to anyone, no matter their personal situation. That\u2019s simply a plain fact of life. As such, your disabled loved one could face a dental emergency<\/a> someday. You\u2019d be wise to plan ahead for that possibility. Luckily, your Grand Prairie dentist has a suggestion: make an emergency dental kit for your friend or family member. This tool collection will protect your precious person\u2019s smile. As for what to pack in it, here are four crucial items you ought to include.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Pain Relievers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For better or worse, dental emergencies are often painful. The issues they involve \u2013 cavities, infections, etc. \u2013 aggravate the mouth\u2019s nerves. Therefore, add pain relievers to your loved one\u2019s emergency kit. These medicines minimize aches during the wait for a dental visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Good pain relievers are usually found at your local market or pharmacy. Brands to consider are Tylenol (ibuprofen), Orajel cream, and similar products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Dental Mirror<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Many dental emergencies happen to be injury-related. Whether simple falls or sports collisions, these types cause chips and cracks in teeth. So, having a dental mirror in an emergency kit is also wise. The item lets you and your loved one see the injury and assess the dental damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While some dental mirrors have built-in lights, not all do. If your own doesn\u2019t, then, remember to add a flashlight to your kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental Floss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At times, an urgent oral issue can have mundane beginnings. You\u2019d be surprised at how many stem from something stuck between teeth. Still, the matter could get serious if left untreated. With that said, make dental floss another of the essentials for your emergency dental kit. Floss has long been the best tool for dislodging things stuck between teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Of course, you don\u2019t have to include traditional floss. Substitutes like flossers are also acceptable. Even so, ensure the string used is a vetted product \u2013 only ADA-approved floss should be used to dislodge stuck food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cotton Balls and Gauze<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, your loved one\u2019s dental emergency may involve bleeding. That\u2019s especially likely if the problem is a knocked-out tooth. Since that\u2019s the case, ensure the dental kit has plenty of gauze and cotton balls. Biting down on these products reduces the bleeding until more permanent treatment is possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Luckily, finding gauze and cotton balls isn\u2019t too hard. Chances are that you already have them in a medical first aid kit. To be safe, though, you can always get more from a pharmacy or supermarket. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As you can see, an emergency dental kit will greatly help your disabled loved one. Start making one, then, with the items above!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Disability Dental<\/a><\/em> is based in Grand Prairie, TX. Led by Dr. Frank E. Ford<\/a>, our office is focused on helping special needs dental patients. As such, we offer preventive, restorative, and sedation services while accounting for physical and intellectual disabilities. Our team even performs emergency dental procedures \u2013 root canal therapy, tooth extraction, etc. \u2013 when necessary. For more information or to book an appointment, you can reach us on <\/em>our website<\/em><\/a> or by phone at (972)-296-0101<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Accidents can happen to anyone, no matter their personal situation. That\u2019s simply a plain fact of life. As such, your disabled loved one could face a dental emergency someday. You\u2019d be wise to plan ahead for that possibility. Luckily, your Grand Prairie dentist has a suggestion: make an emergency dental kit for your friend or family member. 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