What Exactly is a Dental Emergency?
By Regency Dental Group 1 min read
- Persistent bleeding: Bleeding heavily from the mouth, or gums that don’t stop bleeding.
- Painful swelling in mouth or gums: This could be a sign of a serious infection.
- Pain in teeth or jawbone: Sudden, acute pain or throbbing pain that persists.
- Toothache with fever: This could be a sign of a serious infection.
- Broken or knocked out tooth: Call your dentist right away if this happens.
- Growths or discolored patches on gums or tongue: Most likely, your dentist will want to examine any abnormalities.
- Braces wires hurting cheeks or gums: Call your dentist or orthodontist to determine if you need your wires snipped or adjusted.
- After surgery treatments (dressing changes, stitch removals, etc.)
- Denture adjustments for people receiving radiation or cancer treatment
- Routine exams, cleanings, and x-rays
- Regular visits for braces
- Removal of teeth that aren’t painful
- Treatment of cavities that aren’t painful
- Tooth whitening
- Don’t show up at your dentist’s office without calling first.
- Avoid the ER unless it’s life threatening. This helps reduce the burden on emergency rooms during this crisis.
Article Source: https://www.deltadentalwa.com/blog/entry/2020/04/what-is-a-Dental-Emergency
This article was republished from a syndicated source and is provided for general education. It does not necessarily reflect the treatment philosophy of Regency Dental Group.
This article is general information, not dental or medical advice, and does not replace an examination. If you have a dental concern, call (707) 453-1776. For a medical emergency, call 911.
