by Dr Linda Chen | Aug 1, 2025 | Dental Emergency, Oral Conditions and Issues, Oral Safety and First Aid
One minute you’re serving smiles, the next you’re eyeing the mirror wondering what went wrong. A little puff from biting your lip? Probably nothing. But when swelling comes on suddenly, sticks around, or starts to hurt—it could be your body waving a red flag....
by Dr Linda Chen | Mar 13, 2025 | Mouthguard, Oral Safety and First Aid, Prevention
Game on with essential dental protection Sports ignite strength, teamwork, and mental grit—but a hidden danger lurks: dental disasters that hit hard. While you brace for twists and sprains, don’t forget that a smashed tooth can spark lifelong woes, monster bills, and...
by Dr Linda Chen | Jul 29, 2024 | Dental Emergency, Oral Safety and First Aid, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Have you ever taken an unexpected tumble and landed smack on your face? Or maybe you bit down on a popcorn kernel too enthusiastically? While our teeth are incredibly strong, even the smallest of injuries can threaten the delicate inner tissue called dental pulp. This...
by Dr Linda Chen | Oct 20, 2023 | Dental Emergency, Oral Safety and First Aid, Prevention, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Dental emergencies require immediate attention from a dental professional to address pain, discomfort, or damage to the teeth, gums, or mouth. These emergencies can be caused by various factors, including accidents, trauma, infection, or underlying dental conditions....
by Dr Linda Chen | Jul 31, 2018 | Dental Emergency, Dental Treatment, Oral Safety and First Aid, Risk Factors, Signs and Symptoms
Dental emergencies include accidents that involve oral injury, soft tissue trauma and bleeding, as well as severe toothaches & oral pain, oral infections and facial swelling. Seek dental treatment promptly When dental emergencies occur, it is essential to seek...
by Dr Linda Chen | Apr 27, 2018 | Oral Health Tips and Facts, Oral Safety and First Aid
Toothaches and tooth pain are symptoms you may experience when the nerves in and around a tooth are irritated as a result of decay, infection or injury. Tooth pain may also occur as a result of a jaw issue or injury. Prevention You can prevent most dental problems...
