At Rocky Ridge Dental, an emergency dentist provides same-day appointments for those experiencing severe pain. Sports injuries and car accidents can cause loose teeth, swelling, and fractures. Broken dental devices like braces usually require immediate care to fix. Here are some frequently asked questions we receive about emergency dental services:
What is a Dental Emergency?
A dental emergency refers to any situation requiring a professional dentist’s immediate attention. Broken or fractured teeth, abscesses, and nerve exposure are serious conditions that will not heal without intervention. Our experienced dental professionals offer fast pain relief and follow-up treatment plans if necessary.
Situations like broken dentures, lodged food, and chipped composites without pain are not emergencies. We can still schedule an appointment to correct your issue during regular business hours. Dull toothaches can be managed until your appointment by taking over-the-counter pain relievers and rinsing with warm salt water.
If you need emergency dental services, we recommend calling ahead to explain your situation and determine an arrival time. We always make room in our schedule to respond to dental emergencies. You do not need to be a previous patient to receive care. Bring a legal form of identification and your insurance card to your emergency appointment, and we will register you with our clinic.
Will an Infection Go Away on Its Own?
No, a tooth infection will not heal without dental care. Symptoms of infections include a severe toothache, swelling, and possibly a fever. A dentist has a range of treatment options to care for infections. Root canal therapy is a common procedure that safely removes infection from the inside of your tooth. This method saves your tooth, preventing extraction.
What if My Tooth is Knocked Out?
If your tooth is knocked out, do not touch the root of your tooth; only handle the crown area. Try to place the tooth back in the socket as soon as possible. If you cannot reinsert your tooth, place it in a small container of milk or hold it in your mouth between your gums and cheek. Bite down on a piece of gauze to stop the bleeding until you arrive at your emergency appointment.
Bring the tooth to your appointment, and our dental professionals will try to set it back in its proper place. We may also perform other diagnostic tests, like X-rays, to check the condition of your jawbone before reimplantation. This method can save only adult teeth.
Should I Go to the Emergency Room?
An emergency room will stabilize severe, uncontrollable symptoms like bleeding, broken facial bones, or any other injuries that limit your ability to breathe or swallow. Facial impacts may also cause unconsciousness, and you will need to visit an emergency room to check for a concussion. They will provide treatments like pain relief and antibiotics to manage your condition until you can see a dental provider.
Contact an Emergency Dentist Today
At Rocky Ridge Dental, we provide emergency dental care to our community in Calgary. Our team of dental professionals also offers cosmetic and restorative dentistry, such as composite fillings, root canal therapy, and teeth whitening. Contact us today to arrange your emergency dental appointment.
