Accident causing tooth injuries can happen at any time and emergency rooms throughout the nation have seen an increase in the number of patients seeking treatment for dental pain. The majority of these patients suffer from dental decay that could easily have been prevented. Emergency rooms are meant for specific dire situations. If you have an infected abscess or if the pain is unbearable and seems to be spreading along your jaw or neck or if your mouth is bleeding and it has not stopped, you need to head to the emergency room. Going to the emergency room can be costly and most hospitals don’t have the facilities or staff to provide comprehensive dental care. When a dental emergency occurs, seek emergency dental care with Stonelodge Dental as soon as possible. Types of Dental EmergenciesThere are many types of dental emergencies. Here are some of the most common dental emergencies:
Tooth Injury Prevention
Find a McKinney dentist near youCall our McKinney, TX office at the start of any dental pain. If you have lost a tooth, crown, or filling, try to keep the tooth or restoration moist. Teeth are strong, but they will crack and shift after an injury or the loss of a bridge or crown. If the crack extends to the root, or the loss of a tooth or crown leaves sensitive tissue or nerves exposed, the pain can be excruciating. Our emergency care dentists will always treat your pain immediately upon examination, and fix the problem or advise you of a plan to address the cause of the pain. If you’re having a tooth pain and it’s a dental emergency in McKinney, Frisco, Prosper or surrounding communities, contact Stonelodge Dental and request an appointment. We strive to handle most dental emergencies compassionately and quickly. Can the ER do anything for tooth pain?The ER staff can get patients stabilized, control bleeding, and give treatment for dental fractures. In the case of bacterial infections, they can provide antibiotics and will arrange for transfer to the hospital if necessary. They can also treat broken, dislodged, or fractured teeth and help to control severe pain.
When should I go to ER for toothache?You SHOULD go to the emergency room if: You have swelling from a toothache that has spread to other parts of your face, especially your eye or below your jaw line. You have a toothache accompanied by a high fever (>101). You have bleeding that can't be controlled with pressure (more on this below).
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