Reasons to Visit an Emergency Dentist Now
Understand the importance of seeking emergency dental care in various situations, ensuring timely treatment for dental emergencies and preventing potential complications.
The five most common reasons for emergency dentist visits:
1. Lost tooth
Somehow a candidate for emergency care has managed to knock out a tooth. Whether it’s the result of a sports injury or because of decay, when a tooth is lost, that person has become a candidate for emergency dental care. If the tooth is salvageable, then it can be reattached to the socket, but this must be done within an hour or two.
2. Chipped tooth
A chipped tooth is a universal dental emergency. Small chips can be created by food (nuts and chicken bones have sent many people to the dentist); nevertheless, it’s usually some kind of injury or accident that causes a chip. While a person might be embarrassed to walk around with a chip in a front tooth, it is easily fixed with a crown, bond or veneer.
3. Broken tooth
A broken tooth is more serious than a chipped tooth. When a tooth breaks, it might be due to a tiny or hidden chip. Nevertheless, chances are the discomfort and pain will be more severe.
4. Something stuck
It might seem funny, but getting a piece of food lodged in the wrong place can cause a dental emergency. If something gets stuck deep in a crevice, it can cause inflammation and pain.
5. Lost filling
The loss of a filling happens more frequently than a person thinks. When someone loses a filling, they need to receive emergency care. If this does not occur, further damage could incur to the tooth.
Let’s discuss when to see an emergency dentist
The assistance of an emergency dentist is vital for some instances of dental trauma. As an example, there is no sense seeing a regular dentist if you have nearly unbearable oral pain resulting from teeth being knocked out from a car accident, sports injury or slip or fall. Professional assistance from an emergency dentist is vital to alleviate the pain, restore the mouth’s functionality and ensure the patient does not end up with a smile they are hesitant to show off in front of others. Failing to obtain treatment for the oral health challenges outlined above will of cause the conditions to worsen and may require intense therapy in the coming weeks, months or even years.
When there is an injury to the teeth or mouth, seeking emergency care as soon as possible is essential. In the event of a suspected emergency, don’t wait. Contact an emergency dentist right away.
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