It seems that Murphy's Law is fully met when it comes to a toothache or an accident in the gums pain always wakes at night, when there is no instant dental care, or happens to most inexperienced parents who are alone.
DENTAL PAIN
In children the most common tooth aches are caused by caries, a disease which initially attacks the hard tissues of the tooth causing pain when their advance affects the inner layers of the tooth and the pulp or nerve.
"The most common pains at night are caused by inflammation of the pulp, which is presented by invasion of bacteria from caries, this being a continuous and throbbing pain in these cases the most important thing would be to have a dentist who is can be reached at any time, however if this is not possible, it is good to have some recommendations on how to attack what causes stress and anxiety more, which is pain.
The feeling of anxiety that parents experience with a child with a toothache in the evening, sometimes causes generate an environment that can make it worse, so it is good to consider:
- Waking up at midnight is uncomfortable for everyone, so if possible it is good to handle the stress, trying not to blame, with phrases like: "That happens by not brushing", "I told him not to eat sweets "," shame on you for not seeing your dentist ", etc.. These phrases just thinning over the environment and not let us think calmly.
- It would be ideal to have a dentist who can call any time, because it really is the one who can address parents about the management of these emergencies, such as the formulation of some painkillers and antibiotics which according to weight and age only he may recommend.
-Avoid applying substances in the tooth, usually they produce temporary relief, but generate more irritation in the pulp and thus may worsen the situation.
-Preferably with pain management for a few hours, which expose children to go out in the early morning to seek emergency care, which is often handled by a dentist.
In more severe cases the child may have inflammation in the gums or cachetico. In these cases it is good to keep in mind:
-If there is pain and swelling visible, and the child has not received any coup and has a deep cavity in the tooth Muelita or related, it is likely that we are dealing with an abscess.
Although treatment of them includes, according to Dr. Galvis, review of a specialist to determine treatment analgesic, antibiotic, and tooth extraction, in a time of crisis it is important to know what to do.
Do not use scarves or elements that increase the heat in the inflamed area.
No pressure generated in the area, or use creams containing menthol or substances that increase the temperature of the area.
In these cases, if the appointment must be necessary in emergencies, for an abscess can cause serious problems such as facial cellulitis, if not treated early.
Although pain or mouth can disturb the peace and tranquility of a family, it is important to remain calm and take along the trusted specialist phone to ask for your guidance.
Remember then:
· A cavity in a tooth, blow on them or on the gums, can convert a whole night ordeal for parents.
· Control pain and inflammation may relieve discomfort while doing the assessment by the specialist
· Many home remedies only worsen the condition.