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What Is a Dental Emergency?

April 30, 2024
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Posted By: Dr Andrew Shehata
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Picture yourself at your favourite cafe enjoying a latte and treats with friends. You're laughing and enjoying yourself when, all of a sudden, the crown on your front tooth pops off. You're not in pain but are too embarrassed to smile and laugh without your front tooth. You're now in the midst of a dental emergency and need quick solutions! 

Dental emergencies in Reservoir are often stressful and definitely inconvenient. But you don't have to panic when you know what to do and have an emergency dentist in Reservoir you can rely on. That's why your team at The Dental Place offers helpful information about common dental emergencies and how to handle them.  

Knocked-Out Tooth

If you have a knocked-out (avulsed) tooth, the quicker we can treat it, the better our chances of saving it, so contact your emergency dentist as soon as possible. Carefully transport your tooth to our dental clinic, placing it back in its socket or using milk or saliva to keep it moist. 

Broken Teeth

A broken tooth may expose a root and cause sensitivity. It may also be jagged or rough and irritate your tongue and soft tissues. If possible, bring the pieces of your tooth with you. Our dentists in Reservoir will review your options for repairing your tooth and restoring your smile. 

Lost Restorations

If you lose a crown or filling, it will need to be repaired or replaced so it doesn't expose the root, cause pain, or further damage to your tooth. If you can, bring your restoration with you.

Dental Pain and Toothaches

A toothache that is constant and severe enough to keep you awake or from your regular daily tasks is likely indicating a tooth infection. Dental infections need treatment to be resolved. Otherwise, they'll progress, cause further damage, result in tooth loss, and could move into more critical areas of the body. 

Learn More About Dental Emergencies in Reservoir

Don't wait to ring your dentist in at The Dental Place if you or a family member is experiencing a tooth emergency.