After several months of confinement due to sanitary confinement, home accidents have become commonplace. Although there are some more serious than others, the truth is that dental traumas always cause moments of stress due to the pain suffered by those who suffer them and among parents who, faced with the desperation of their children, do not know how to react. before such an event.
According to what dentists point out, the pain caused by dental trauma can occur more frequently in boys and girls, from 6 to 12 yearsage that is considered to be more prone to high-intensity games and, therefore, with a higher risk factor for accidents.
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In this age range, it is worth noting that the teeth are in a stage of formation, which is why they are more sensitive to knocks and, for that reason, to cause discomfort.
From the Health area of the Municipal Corporation of Florida (Comudef), through the Sowing Smiles program, prepared a list with recommendations to deal with these incidents and to know, simply, what steps to take to act in the face of dental trauma.
First of all, you should always remain calm and reassure the child. Then check that the child is breathing well and assess the severity of the injury. And something key: before any event, always go to the dentist, because these measures are preliminary and do not replace the vision of a professional. In addition, it is important to take into consideration that dental care due to trauma is guaranteed by the Ges-Auge benefit, independent of the minor’s pension system.
As a next step, it is essential to carefully check the mouth and, if there is bleeding, clean it with water or a clean tissue. If the wounds have soil, clean with abundant drinking water. Also, it is recommended to apply cold cloths or ice to avoid inflammation.
In younger children, it is key that, once the accident has occurred, the use of a bottle and pacifier is avoided. In case the tooth is broken and a piece is left in the hand, clean it and take it to dental care.
What if a baby tooth falls out? In no case put back in the mouth. On the other hand, if it is a definitive piece that falls, pick it up (without touching the root), wash it with water and transport it in a container with milk, saliva or water. Ideally, in the first 30 minutes.
With the idea of continuing to protect the residents of the commune in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic -as has been the pattern of the mayor’s deployment Rudolph Carter– The Health Area of the Municipality of La Florida will start tomorrow (Wednesday 15) taking free rapid tests for garbage collectors, workers who sweep the streets and people who participate in cleaning at free fairs.
The result of these rapid tests takes between 10 and 15 minutes. And, if the person gives a positive result, the PCR must be performed.
At 11:00 am this Wednesday, it will be the starting point of this instance, which will take place in Alonso de Ercilla 6698, La Florida.