DENTAL EMERGENCY
DENTAL EMERGENCY
A dental emergency is an urgent dental problem involving the teeth and jaw that may have symptoms that require immediate care by a dentist. For example, a severe oral infection, visible swelling, or a recent tooth injury are urgent problems requiring prompt and professional care.
What is considered a dental emergency?
Examples of dental emergencies include:
• Severe toothache.
• Badly cracked tooth.
• Knocked-out tooth.
• Extruded (partially dislodged) tooth.
• Dental abscess (swelling of your face and jaw).
• Lost or broken dental restoration.
• Severe soft tissue injury (like a busted lip or deep cut).
I'M NOT SURE WHAT I'M GOING THROUGH IS A DENTAL EMERGENCY. WHAT SHOULD I DO?
Some situations are not dental emergencies. In other words, you should still see your dentist as soon as possible, but you can expect an appointment during regular business hours. Examples of problems that are not dental emergencies include:
• Dull or mild toothache.
• Small chipped or cracked tooth.
• Broken braces.
• The object is stuck between your teeth.
• Minor soft tissue damage (such as minor cuts or sores).
However, remember that if you experience bleeding or severe pain, you should see your dentist or healthcare provider immediately.
If you have a dental emergency, your first call should be to your regular dentist, who will be the best person to assist you when you need it. Most dentists reserve time during business hours for emergency procedures.
If you do not have a regular dentist or cannot see your regular dentist, Smile Street Pediatric Dentistry can assess your urgent needs. Your dental emergency will be handled in one of the following ways.
If you have a dental emergency during non-business hours (after-hours, weekends, or holidays), please call (310) 391-8787 and speak to the dental resident on call.
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Have any questions?
Please contact us or call (310) 391-8787 today.
