Most dental issues occur over time, and are only spotted
during routine dental visits. Some issues, however, occur suddenly and with
much pain. Sporting accidents, poorly treated restorations, and misuse can all
be situations in which teeth become damaged. If you are experiencing severe
pain in a tooth or multiple teeth, it is considered a dental emergency, and
surgery may be required.
Some reasons you may require an expert in emergency dental surgery include:
- A broken tooth. This includes crown displacement. Cleaning out your mouth with warm water may alleviate pain until you can be seen by a professional.
- A knocked out tooth. Sometimes teeth that have been knocked out can be saved. To better your chances of keeping your natural tooth in your mouth, carefully wash it, and lightly place it back in the socket. If this is not possible, putting it in a glass of milk can preserve it until you get to a Los Angeles emergency dentistry expert.
- Bitten lip or tongue. Everyone knows how painful this can be. If you have done serious damage to your lip or tongue, apply a cold compress to the area to reduce swelling. If you are bleeding, you may require stitches.
- Broken jaw. To reduce swelling, apply a cold cloth to the area. Find out if you should visit your emergency dentist or a hospital.
- Toothache. This common dental issue is due to infection. Visit a dental emergency professional to prevent further infection. In the meantime, you can rinse your mouth out with water, and lightly floss to remove any food debris.
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