Gum Emergencies

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Gum Emergencies
The tissues of the gums, tongue, or cheek lining are vulnerable to accidents like sports injuries, bites, or scalding liquids.
If you have an injury to the soft tissue of your mouth, you should:
- Rinse out your mouth with salt water
- Remove any visible debris
- Contain bleeding by pressing a clean, damp material to the area for about ten to 15 minutes
Injuries and infections of the soft tissue of the mouth may sometimes require immediate attention.
Seek immediate care when:
- you have a gum abscess, a pus-filled sac caused by infection
- You have something lodged in your gums that cannot be easily taken out, as it can cause infection
Seek emergency care if the bleeding doesn’t stop after ten to 15 minutes.
Redwood City Dentistry Location
Our dental office is conveniently located on the corner of Woodside Road and Union Avenue in Redwood City. We provide the finest in comprehensive dental care for the entire community in Redwood City and surrounding areas.
Location
Redwood City Dentistry
Comprehensive Family Dentistry, Periodontics, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry & Restorative Dentistry
Comprehensive Family Dentistry, Periodontics, Orthodontics, Cosmetic Dentistry & Restorative Dentistry
902 Woodside Rd.
Redwood City, CA
94061
Redwood City, CA
94061
(650) 365-8982
Hours
Monday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Thursday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
