Dental Emergency? Don’t Delay Getting Immediate Care!

Dental emergencies can result from accident injuries, oral infections, severe decay, or untreated gum disease. If your situation is causing severe pain, contact Dr. Eckland right away. Here are just a few examples of emergencies that require urgent dental care:

• Severe toothache.
• Fractured or broken tooth.
• Abscessed tooth.
• Inflamed or painful gums from periodontal disease.
• Knocked out tooth.
• Uncontrolled bleeding from your teeth or gums.
• Dry socket.
• Broken jaw.

These are problems that disrupt your daily living and need attention right away.

If you’re in pain, you can take OTC medication for pain relief or apply an ice pack to the area to reduce pain and inflammation. For a knocked-out tooth, place it in a glass of milk for preservation until you can visit our clinic. By acting quickly, Dr. Eckland may be able to reattach your tooth. You can curtail severe bleeding by biting down on gauze until you can get treatment. 

An emergency dentist can provide immediate pain relief to ease your suffering. After examining your condition, Dr. Eckland can provide prompt treatment to help contain the damage and put you on the road to recovery. Delaying treatment could worsen your condition, putting other teeth at risk. In the worst-case scenario, you could lose your tooth. Seeing an emergency dentist will ensure you get appropriate care promptly. It also improves your chances of returning your life to normal quicker, with your tooth intact. 

Wearing protective gear when playing sports or participating in other outdoor activities can often prevent serious dental injuries. Good oral hygiene and routine checkups and cleanings can also help prevent dental emergencies caused by decay, infection, or periodontal disease. By doing your part to care for your teeth, you can keep dental emergencies to a minimum and preserve the integrity of your smile.