{"id":1504,"date":"2024-10-17T15:01:35","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T15:01:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/blog\/?p=1504"},"modified":"2024-10-17T15:01:37","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T15:01:37","slug":"what-to-do-if-you-get-food-caught-between-your-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cstonedentalfargo.com\/blog\/what-to-do-if-you-get-food-caught-between-your-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do if You Get Something Caught Between Your Teeth"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Picture this: you\u2019re curled up on the couch with a blanket and a big bowl of popcorn, binge-watching your favorite show. You toss a handful of those crunchy kernels in your mouth, and uh oh! There\u2019s suddenly a hull stuck in between your teeth. Now what?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, don\u2019t panic. Pause your show, and head to your nearest bathroom to try and free the debris. Here are a few tips for removing caught food that you can try before calling your emergency dentist!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Dental Floss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you can\u2019t free food with your tongue, your next step should be to try flossing. Be sure to be gently though and move slowly so you don\u2019t injure your gums in the process. If regular floss doesn\u2019t work, try a floss pick, again gliding carefully so as not to cause injury.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Water Irrigator<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have a water flosser or irrigator, this may help push the particle loose. If it doesn\u2019t come out this way, you may want to try flossing again to see if it\u2019s any easier following the water treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Crunchy Foods<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another trick that works sometimes is to eat a crunchy fruit or vegetable. Celery, apples, and carrots work well for this type of situation, as they both stimulate saliva production and act as a natural toothbrush to cleanse particles away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Toothpicks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Finally, as a last resort, you may consider trying a toothpick, however if you do exercise extreme caution. Toothpicks can often injure gums and despite the name are better left for testing to see if your cakes or done or skewering cheese at your next party, so only use them for teeth if you absolutely must.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Call Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you still cannot get the food loose, call your emergency dentist as soon as possible and schedule an urgent appointment. They can help dislodge the debris and make sure your gums are okay before sending you on your way!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Remember, certain foods like popcorn and jerky are more likely to get caught in your teeth, so if you enjoy them, do so with caution. If you do find yourself unable to remove any bits of food, contact your dentist at once for an emergency appointment!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Cornerstone Dental<\/a>, we go the extra mile to see you smile! Whether it\u2019s time for a cleaning and exam, you\u2019d like a smile makeover, or you need an urgent appointment due to a dental emergency, we\u2019re proud to provide compassionate care and the benefit of our many years of hands-on experience!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To schedule an emergency appointment, please visit our website<\/a> or call us today at 701-237-3583.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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