TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint) help is available in San Diego

The “Temporomandibular Joint,” more commonly referred to as the “jaw joint,” assists in the basic opening and closing movements of the jaw. Unfortunately, this joint is a common area for recurring pain. Although conventional wisdom suggests that “popping” sounds in the jaw indicates a TMJ dysfunction, this is not always true. Many times, your jaw is functioning properly even if a “popping” sound is present when chewing or talking.

The Super Dentists in San Diego offers a TMJ exam that evaluates the joint tissue in the “hinge” of the jaw. Possible problems include (click here to continue learning).

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Post-Surgical Instructions and Post Anesthetic Patient Instructions

Post-Surgical Instructions

After your child has a tooth extracted, they may be biting on gauze. This is because we want him/her to keep pressure on the extraction site(s).

1. Activity: Control activity for at least two hours after extractions. Vigorous play may start bleeding.
2. Diet: Encourage cool, clear liquids and soft foods for the first day. Your child may resume normal diet in 24 hours.

§  DO NOT drink from straws.

§  DO NOT vigorously rinse.

§  DO NOT eat hot soups or liquids.

§  DO NOT eat spicy foods.

Suggested diet: Milkshakes (no straws), diet yogurt, oatmeal, mashed potatoes, JELL-O, pasta, applesauce, etc.

3. Bleeding: It is normal for some oozing to take place. The saliva may be pink in color. If bleeding persists, apply pressure with gauze or a wet tea bag for 30 minutes.

If black pellets are in place where removed, these are to control bleeding and keep food from entering while the extraction site heals. They will shrink by themselves. It is okay if they fall out or are accidently swallowed.

4. Pain: Every patient responds to treatment differently. Usually Tylenol for children is sufficient to manage pain. One to two tablets every four hours for children under 60ibs. is recommended. Children over 60 lbs. may take adult Tylenol. NO ASPIRIN.
5. Oral care: The teeth should be brushed normally except in the area of the extraction. On the day after the extraction, non-vigorous rinsing may be done three times a day with warm salt water (1 teaspoon per 8 ounces of warm water.)
6. Notify our office if any of the following occurs:

§  Heavy bleeding after two hours.

§  Severe pain after 24 hours.

§  Elevation in temperature to over 101 orally.

Post Anesthetic Patient Instructions

Your child has received a local anesthetic. In addition to blocking sensation from the teeth, the anesthetic “numbs” the lips, checks and tongue in the area of treatment. This may be a puzzling or curious sensation for a youngster, but care must be taken that your child does NOT bite, or chew his lips or tongue, or laceration (rawness) of the tissues could occur. While this is not serious, (read more)

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Dental Emergency Information

Emergency Information

Toothache

Clean the area around your sore tooth thoroughly. Rinse the mouth vigorously with warm salt water or use dental floss to displace any food trapped between teeth. DO NOT place Aspirin or heat on the gum or on the aching tooth. In the event of facial swelling, apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in a cloth. Take acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain and see a dentist as soon as possible.

Broken Braces and Wires

If a broken appliance can be removed easily, take it out. If it cannot, cover the sharp or protruding portion with wax, cotton balls, gauze or chewing gum. If a wire is stuck in the gums, cheek or tongue DO NOT remove it. Take your child to The Super Dentists and their team of professionals immediately. Loose or broken appliances that do not bother your child don’t usually require emergency attention.

Cut or Bitten Tongue, Lip or Cheek

Ice can be applied to any bruised areas. If there is bleeding, apply firm but gentle pressure with a clean gauze or cloth. If bleeding does not stop after 15 minutes or it cannot be controlled by simple pressure, take your child to a hospital emergency room.

Possible Broken Jaw

If a fractured jaw is suspected, try to keep the jaws from moving by using a towel, tie or handkerchief, and then take your child to the nearest hospital emergency room.

Bleeding After Baby Tooth Falls Out

Fold and pack a clean gauze or cloth over the bleeding area. Have your child bite on the gauze with pressure for 15 minutes. This may be repeated once. If bleeding persists, call The Super Dentists and their team of professionals.

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