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Can’t afford a dentist? You may be interested in ways to prevent a dental emergency. Here are five:<\/p>\n

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  1. Brush and floss daily.<\/em><\/strong> You should brush your teeth twice daily and thoroughly<\/em> floss between all of your teeth every day<\/em>. Why? Brushing and flossing remove trapped food between your teeth that can otherwise lead to decay and plaque. Decayed teeth progressively worsen and lead to cavities. Untreated cavities progress and eventually require a root canal treatment. Plaque can lead to gum inflammation, causing gums to bleed and eventually, full-blown gum disease results.<\/li>\n
  2. Wear a mouth guard when playing sports.<\/em><\/strong> Mouth guards protect the teeth, gums, cheeks, tongue, and lips. A significant blow to any one of these areas can lead you to a dental chair and a dental bill that is more expensive than a mouth guard.<\/li>\n
  3. Don\u2019t use your teeth to cut things or to try to open things.<\/em><\/strong> Trying to open a package, a bottle, or anything else with your teeth can seriously cut your gums or harm your teeth. The progressive pain will require the attention of a dentist. And an urgent care or emergency room trip won\u2019t do. You may receive pain medication or antibiotics. But you will also be referred to a dentist for an examination.<\/li>\n
  4. Avoid chewing ice or popcorn kernels, and don\u2019t bite hard objects<\/em><\/strong>. These items can weaken your teeth and cause them crack or chip your teeth. An untreated crack or chip can worsen with time and require dental bonding or a dental crown.<\/li>\n
  5. Regularly get your teeth professionally cleaned.<\/em><\/strong> And that applies even if you don\u2019t have dental insurance. Get your teeth cleaned anyway. The out-of-pocket cost to get your teeth professionally cleaned helps prevent periodontal (gum) disease. It also assists in the early detection of cavities and other dental problems that, if left untreated, can escalate into more serious and more costly issues.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Remember that a dentist\u2019s priority is to help you maintain good oral health. He or she will help you receive preventive care that is affordable<\/a> for you.<\/p>\n

    If you have an unavoidable dental emergency, most dentists schedule time in each day for emergency appointments, so call right away for an examination.<\/p>\n

    This post is sponsored by Plano, TX dentist<\/a> Dr. Miranda Lacy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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