Broken Tooth/Loose Filling:
Bleeding/Sore Gums
Treat bleeding/sore gums by rinsing three times daily with hot brine (one teaspoon of salt in one cup of water). Brush gently (even if painful) from gum towards tooth.
Seek dental assistance within 48 hours.
Keep mouth as clean as possible by brushing twice daily. If too painful to brush, rinse three times daily with Chlorexidine Gluconate mouth rinse.
Sensitivity
Treat sensitivity by applying Sensodyne jelly, toothpaste or oil of cloves.
Seek dental assistance within 48 hours.
Keep mouth as clean as possible by brushing twice daily. If too painful to brush, rinse three times daily with Chlorexidine Gluconate mouth rinse.
Aching Pain
Treat aching pain with ibuprofen tablets four times daily. Avoid ibuprofen if you are asthmatic.
Seek dental assistance within 48 hours.
Keep mouth as clean as possible by brushing twice daily. If too painful to brush, rinse three times daily with Chlorexidine Gluconate mouth rinse.