Dental emergencies don't happen on a schedule, and at the office we understand that. When these problems arise, we will make time for you by delaying, rescheduling and focusing on relieving your pain!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Whatever your dental emergency is, you should be seen as soon as possible! Call our office and we will do our best to get you treated that day and feeling better in no time.
Dental emergencies are no joke. Let’s review what is and what isn’t a dental emergency.
DENTAL TRAUMA
Dental trauma involving a missing tooth is a dental emergency! If your permanent tooth falls out of your mouth due to injury, the dentist suggests gently cleaning the root and trying to replace it in the socket with the proper orientation as soon as possible. If you can replace the tooth within 30 minutes, research shows a much higher retention rate of your original tooth! You should not wait more than two hours to be seen by a dental professional.
Dental trauma involving a broken tooth is a dental emergency. If you are experiencing pain, please come into our practice ASAP. We will do our absolute best to squeeze you into that day’s schedule.
DENTAL ABSCESS
Dental abscess is a dental emergency and should be treated immediately. Dental swellings could spread and become dangerous situations if not treated properly.
BLEEDING GUMS
If your gums are spontaneously bleeding, yet you have regular cleanings and checkups, this is a dental emergency. Please visit your medical doctor immediately to check the status of your health, and let your dentist know as soon as possible. Bleeding gums could be a symptom of more serious health conditions.
BROKEN CUSP OF A MOLAR
Unless you’re in extreme pain, a broken cusp of a molar is not a dental emergency. For these cases, we will book you at our next available spot.
WHAT TO EXPECT
30 minutes or longer
To properly evaluate the problem an X-ray of the affected area, along with a 15 to 30 minute examination, is necessary to truly definte the issue at hand. Within those 30 minutes, your dentist will evaluate your dental situation and give you a clear plan of what needs to be done to have you feeling comfortable again.
