{"id":555,"date":"2024-12-19T18:39:46","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T18:39:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/?p=555"},"modified":"2025-04-30T12:36:33","modified_gmt":"2025-04-30T12:36:33","slug":"how-to-make-a-dental-emergency-kit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/how-to-make-a-dental-emergency-kit\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make a Dental Emergency Kit"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"582\" height=\"326\" src=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dental-emergency-kit.jpg\" alt=\"A dental emergency kit \" class=\"wp-image-556\" style=\"width:324px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dental-emergency-kit.jpg 582w, https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/dental-emergency-kit-300x168.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 582px) 100vw, 582px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>While most people probably have or have heard of a first aid kit, many people have never even considered a dental emergency kit. But while bandages and antiseptic wipes may be helpful for a scraped knee, there\u2019s very little a first aid kit can do if there\u2019s a problem with your teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s how to stay prepared in an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">oral health emergency<\/a> by creating your own dental emergency kit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Include in Your Dental Emergency Kit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Because you can\u2019t always treat your mouth with the same type of products as the rest of your body, your dental emergency kit needs to be stocked with a variety of items that are safe for use orally. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Toothpaste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mouthwash<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A toothbrush<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental wax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cotton swabs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alcohol wipes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Petroleum jelly<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temporary dental filling material<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A cold compress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lidocaine numbing ointment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A small sealable container<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gauze<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A tooth mirror<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tea bags<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tweezers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cotton balls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rubber gloves<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Over the counter pain medication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact information for your dentist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dental floss<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Saline solution<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A handkerchief<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Orabase paste for canker sores<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any members of the family that wear braces or dentures, you should also add:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Chewies for adjusting aligners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An aligner removal tool<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Floss threaders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small Brushes (braces brushes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Retainer cleanser or aligner crystals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Denture soak<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Denture adhesive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preventing A Dental Emergency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While preparing yourself for dental emergencies is an excellent first step, it works even better when you take measures to prevent one from occurring in the first place.&nbsp; Here are a few important and easy ways to protect yourself and avoid an urgent dental problem:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Be sure to attend your biannual dental exam and cleaning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brush your teeth twice daily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Floss at least once daily<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear a bite guard if you grind your teeth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear a sports mouthguard during athletics<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never use your teeth to bite your fingernails, chew pen caps, or to tear packaging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schedule an emergency appointment with your dentist if you have tooth pain that lasts longer than 24 hours, or if you notice any changes to your teeth and gums.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember, while it\u2019s not always possible to prevent every dental emergency, having a well-stocked dental emergency kit on hand can help make these situations a lot easier. If you\u2019re experiencing a dental emergency, please don\u2019t hesitate to contact your dentist as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/about-us.html#free\">21<sup>st<\/sup> Century Dental of Irving<\/a>, we know that dental emergencies don\u2019t always happen when it\u2019s convenient. That\u2019s why we\u2019re open early, and we even offer same-day emergency appointments. If you\u2019re struggling with unexpected tooth or gum problems, don\u2019t wait until your biannual exam and cleaning to get help. Call us today at 972-255-3712 or for less urgent matters, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.21stcenturydental.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">request an appointment on our website<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While most people probably have or have heard of a first aid kit, many people have never even considered a dental emergency kit. 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