Dental Emergency Treatment

Honeygo Village Dentistry - Dental Emergencies

Dental issues come up at unexpectedly inconvenient times andneed to be assessed by a dentist as soon as possible!  A toothache, chipped teeth, swelling, pain, ora broken restoration are some of the reasons to see a dentist for an emergency (or limited)exam.

A common reason to see a dentist for an emergency is the fear of a dental abscess or abscessed tooth. This may be caused by a tooth's nerve dying, breaking down and causing an infection. Another type of abscess is a periodontal abscess, which is an infection of the "gums." Both types need immediate care.

At the emergency appointment the dentist will note any symptoms thepatient may be experiencing. The patient will be asked about when the symptomsor incident first occurred, location of the problem, and if there have been anytriggers such as temperatures, sweets, or pressure. Radiographs will be takenas needed and the dentist will visually assess the area of concern aswell.  The dentist will diagnose theproblem, treatment plan the specific procedure needed, and if time allowscomplete the procedure. In some cases palliative care can be used along with afollow up appointment later on.  Or thedentist may even refer the patient to a specialist. 

Many dental issues that cause discomfort should be addressedas soon as possible.  Delaying couldexaggerate the problem or even cause further health concerns.  Going to he dental office for an emergencyexam will help explain what the real problem is and alleviate any pain ordiscomfort.