5 Situations That Warrant an Emergency Trip to the Dentist
Dental emergencies are no fun for anyone involved. What can be even more frustrating is not knowing if an issue is worth an emergency dental visit or if it can wait until regular business hours. Keep reading to learn about five situations that may warrant an emergency trip to the dentist. You can also contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 for assistance.
- You are experiencing excessive pain
- You have knocked out a tooth
- You have a tooth that is very loose
- You’ve chipped a tooth
- You have experienced major trauma
If you have sudden, intense pain in one tooth then it may be a dental emergency. You may want to try an over the counter pain reliever first. If that does not help then it may be time to contact your dentist. You can also talk to the pharmacist at your local drug store to see what type of over the counter topical pain reliever they may suggest.
Knocking out a tooth is always a dental emergency. You should contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 right away for specific instructions for your situation. We will tell you what to do with the tooth to preserve it and other steps that can be taken to increase the chances that the tooth can be replaced. If you cannot talk to a dentist immediately, tuck the tooth between your check and your gum line and head to the office right away.
This is not an emergency for a child but if an adult all of sudden has a tooth that is very loose, then it should be treated as a dental emergency. Even though it may not have been lost immediately, a loose tooth is often the first step on the way to a lost tooth. This can also impact the root system and result in the death of the tooth.
A chipped tooth is not always a dental emergency but it can be. If the chip is severe, or if the tooth that’s left is jagged, then it is likely worth a trip to the dentist. If you have a severe chip above the surface, you can assume that there is a deeper issue below the surface. You can also injury your tongue, mouth, or lip on a jagged tooth.
You do not always have to have had your tooth knocked out to have experienced major trauma. If the trauma was at a root level and you have noticed your tooth is starting to discolor, then it is worth having your dentist look at it.
Call us right away if you are having a dental emergency
In most cases, we will take every step we can to ensure you keep your tooth. However, if you cannot keep the tooth we offer other solutions such as dental implants. Call California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 to set up an appointment.
