Emergency Dentistry
Dental emergencies can create a sudden need to see the dentist, but not all dental clinics are open after-hours or offer same-day appointments for these conditions. Core Family Dentistry is. Our dentists understand the importance of fast help when you have a dental emergency, and we keep same-day appointments available for these concerns.
What Is a Dental Emergency?
If you suffer an injury or condition that leaves you with severe tooth or mouth pain, a broken or cracked tooth, or a tooth that falls out of your mouth completely, you face a dental emergency that needs to be seen quickly. Sometimes, these issues arise due to trauma, such as an accident. Sometimes, unexpected problems can arise due to issues you didn’t know were developing under the surface. For example, weak enamel or bone may lead to the cracking of a tooth, or you could have one fall out altogether if you have issues with the bone. For most of these concerns, Core Family Dentistry offers dental services promptly.
Severe Toothache
Teeth shouldn’t hurt. If you have a toothache that is getting worse or is accompanied by facial swelling, it may mean you need an emergency appointment. This symptom can indicate a growing infection, and it sometimes requires a root canal or extraction, but sometimes all it needs is a cavity. Regardless of the treatment, you need to get the tooth looked at quickly. Not only will this limit your pain, but it will also prevent you from developing a worse infection.
Cuts or Sores on the Soft Tissue
If you cut your tongue, lip, or cheek and it won’t stop bleeding, you have a dental emergency and need to visit our Linn, MO, dental clinic right away. Mouth cuts that won’t stop bleeding may require gauze and even sutures to heal properly. Sores that won’t heal can also indicate oral cancer, and the faster you get a screening, the better your results will be. Even if they are a benign cause, canker sores can be quite painful, so getting prompt help is important. Finally, sometimes, a canker sore is actually a painful abscess. Abscesses need prompt medical care to heal properly.
Broken, Cracked, and Chipped Teeth
If your tooth breaks in any way, you may experience intense pain. Again, this scenario warrants a fast visit to the dentist. The damage caused by these accidents can often open the door to infection. The sooner you get the tooth repaired or removed, the better your comfort will be.
Missing Tooth
If you have a tooth that gets knocked out of your head, often due to a traumatic force, but sometimes due to the natural aging process, grab the tooth and put it in a cup of milk, then visit our clinic right away. While it may not be possible to re-insert the tooth, keeping it in milk will make this possibility more likely, but you need prompt service to protect the tooth. If we can’t save the tooth, we can give you a bridge or set up a consultation for an implant so you can have a functional mouth.
Get Emergency Dental Help from Core Family Dentistry
If you or someone in your family suffers a dental emergency, don’t delay. Prompt care is possible with Core Family Dentistry. Call our office to schedule your appointment, and take steps to protect your oral health and your teeth after a dental emergency.
