When you have a damaged tooth, or major discomfort, or even issues with your restorations, you should let us know right away. We offer emergency dental care 24/7, and provide treatment to protect your smile from painful complications. In today’s blog, your El Paso, TX, dentists talk about emergency dentistry.
Common Examples of Dental Emergencies
What is a dental emergency? Essentially, we consider any damage or pain that isn’t life threatening, but still requires immediate attention to protect your smile from worsening pain and major complications, such as tooth decay and infected teeth. A chipped, cracked, or broken tooth is a major example, as are unexplained pains or something caught between teeth that floss cannot remove. If a filling or crown is loose or lost, this is a series issue you should see us about. Finally, a knocked loose or out tooth is a major example, and one that needs immediate attention!
Contact Us Quickly
When an emergency situation occurs, let us nose right away! Even if this occurs outside of normal business hours, call us and we will arrange a time to see at the next possible time. Our East-side location offers 24/7 emergency care. We accept walk-ins at our 1788 North Zaragoza Road location starting at 9am Monday through Saturday. You can also click the Book Now button on our websites, and you call or text our East-side location at 915-759-7000. Our team can often offer treatment in as little as one visit with dental bonding, and we have lifelike restorations such as fillings and crowns to bring relief.
Easing Discomfort
In the meantime, you can take an over-the-counter pain reliever, and use a cold compress or ice pack to reduce swelling. Cloth or gauze can reduce swelling, and if a tooth is aching, damaged, or has something caught between it and another tooth, you can gently floss and rinse with warm water. If a tooth is knocked out, then place it in a glass of milk or salt water and bring it with you, but take care never to touch the roots. The sooner you see us, the sooner we can offer relief and protect your smile from major complications. You can also talk to us about a custom mouthguard to limit the risk of injuries if you play full contact sports or martial arts.
TALK TO SUNNY SMILES IN EL PASO, TX, ABOUT EMERGENCY DENTISTRY
We would love to help you enjoy optimal oral health and avoid the complications of an injured tooth. If you’re ready to schedule a visit to obtain repair for damaged teeth and sudden pain, then contact our Sunny Smiles location on N Zaragoza Rd in El Paso, TX at 915-849-9000.