Sometimes, you may not be sure whether or not you should see the dentist for emergency care. Does your condition really count as a dental emergency? The answer is usually “yes!”
If you are in a lot of pain, your mouth is bleeding, and you’re not sure how to resolve the problem, you should come and see Dr. Winter at Kite & Key Dentistry. Call us now at 484-240-7741 to schedule an emergency appointment, or read on to learn a bit more about 5 of the most common dental emergencies.
If your tooth is loose or is knocked out of the socket, it needs to be replaced within 1-2 hours to save it. The tooth will be splinted back in place to heal and re-attach to the underlying tooth structure. If you lose your tooth, call us at 484-240-7741 to schedule an appointment right away. The sooner you're treated, the more likely it is that Dr. Winter will be able to save your tooth.
Teeth can be cracked, chipped, or damaged due to the stresses of biting certain foods, or due to oral injuries and trauma. Either way, tooth damage is a serious oral health issue. Your tooth will need to be restored with dental bonding, a veneer, or a crown, depending on the severity of the damage. In addition, a root canal may be necessary to clean out your tooth, eliminate bacteria, and preserve it.
Dental trauma and oral injuries also often involve serious cuts and lacerations to the mouth. For example, you may fracture a tooth and seriously bite your tongue if you slip and fall. Minor lacerations can heal on their own, but if your oral tissue is bleeding heavily and this doesn’t stop within 30-60 minutes, you may need to see a dentist for sutures.
Losing or damaging dental work like a filling, crown, or dental implant is a serious dental emergency. While it’s not quite as urgent as a broken tooth, damage to dental work will usually result in sensitivity, pain, and discomfort.
It also raises your risk of further complications like tooth decay and infections, since the underlying natural enamel will be weak. You should have your dental work repaired or replaced ASAP at Kite & Key Dentistry.
Toothaches are considered to be a dental emergency. In fact, any kind of unexplained oral pain that’s persistent and painful should be assessed by a dentist. Pain is the body’s way of telling you that something is wrong. Even if you don’t notice any other concerning symptoms of an oral health issue, the source of the pain should always be investigated by a dental professional.
If you think that you need to see a dentist for an emergency appointment in Ridley Township, Ridley Park, or Folsom, you’re probably right! It’s always better to be safe than sorry, and Dr. Winter is here to help you get the care you need to restore your mouth, eliminate pain, and prevent further oral health complications. Contact us online or give us a call at 484-240-7741 to schedule the same-day care you need.
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