Emergency dental care may be needed if you are in pain, bleeding, or
have damaged a tooth. If you are experiencing any of these issues, you
should immediately consult a dentist in your area who offers emergency
hours, or visit your local emergency room.
If you are bleeding severely from your gums, lips, or the soft tissue in
your mouth, you may need emergency dental care. Perform basic first
aid, such as applying pressure to stop the flow of blood. If the
bleeding does not stop, or if you have bitten through your lip or tongue
or severely damaged another part of your mouth, it may be wise to seek
professional assistance immediately.
If you have chipped, knocked out, or broken a tooth, you may need urgent
oral care. If you can recover the tooth or parts of the tooth, put them
in milk or water until you can see a dentist. He or she may be able to
put them back into your mouth and repair the damage. In this situation,
it's crucial that you seek emergency dental care as quickly as possible.
Visit your local ER or find a dentist who provides after hours care.
If you are experiencing pain and swelling, such as a toothache or
infected gum, you may need to seek out urgent care. Take an over the
counter pain reliever and rinse out your mouth. If this doesn't help,
and the pain is severe, you may need to call someone for assistance.
If you've recently had oral surgery, and notice an issue with your
stitches, develop swelling, or are bleeding from the mouth, you may need
emergency dental care. Call the doctor who performed the surgery, or
visit your local ER for assistance.
When it comes to taking care of your mouth, it's better to be safe than
sorry. Oral damage can be extremely painful, and may be expensive to
repair. It's better to seek help for your condition as quickly as
possible, so that you can minimize the damage and begin to feel better.
If you feel that you may need urgent oral care, don't put it off.
Instead, call a local provider who specializes in after hours care, and
make an appointment to see them as soon as possible.
