Emergency Dentistry
If you get hit in the mouth or lose a tooth, emergency dentistry can ease the pain and reduce your risk of complications. At 9 to 7 Dental Office, the team offer emergency dental care for chipped and broken teeth, knocked-out teeth, and damaged dental restorations. To make an appointment at the practice in Panorama City in Los Angeles, California, call the office today, or click the online booking feature.
DENTURES Q&A
What is emergency dentistry?
Emergency dentistry provides same-day care for potentially serious, but non-life-threatening oral health problems. If you develop a severe toothache or damage a dental restoration, like a crown or bridge, contact the team at 9 to 7 Dental Office right away. The sooner you receive treatment, the less likely you are to need more invasive methods of care, like oral surgery.
What types of issues does emergency dentistry treat?
At 9 to 7 Dental Office, the team uses emergency dentistry to treat various issues, including:
Chipped and fractured teeth
Knocked-out teeth
Cuts and oral lacerations that won’t stop bleeding
Abnormal growths
Sports injuries
Foreign objects lodged between teeth
Damaged orthodontic appliances
Damaged dental restorations
You might also benefit from emergency dentistry if you develop a deep cavity or a serious case of gum disease.
What should I do if I have an emergency that requires immediate care?
The steps you should take in the event of a dental emergency depend on the issue at hand.
Lost permanent tooth
If you lose a permanent tooth, pick it up by the crown and rinse it off in cool tap water. Try to put the tooth back in its socket, but if it won’t stay put, tuck it inside your cheek or place it in a glass of milk. Then, call the team at 9 to 7 Dental Office right away.
Damaged dental restoration
If you damage a crown, a bridge, or another type of dental restoration, pick up all of the pieces and put them in a piece of foil or a plastic bag. Call the team at 9 to 7 Dental Office and explain what happened. The administrative team will get you in for a same-day consultation.
Severe toothache
If you develop a severe toothache, take pain-relieving medicine like Tylenol or Advil. If the pain persists or gets worse, try rinsing your mouth out with warm saltwater. Then, call the team at 9 to 7 Dental Office to schedule an exam.
How can I prevent a dental emergency?
If you want to reduce the risk of a dental emergency, practice good oral hygiene. The team at 9 to 7 Dental office encourages you to:
Brush your teeth twice daily
Floss once daily
Visit the dentist every six months for an oral exam and professional teeth cleaning
Wear a mouthguard when playing sports or doing other extreme activities
It’s also a good idea to avoid bad habits like biting your fingernails or opening plastic packaging with your teeth.
To receive emergency dentistry, make an appointment at the 9 to 7 Dental Office by calling the practice today, or click the online scheduling feature.
