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A dental emergency refers to any situation that requires prompt attention from a dentist to address sudden, severe, or potentially life-threatening dental conditions. Dental emergencies can be caused by a variety of factors, such as trauma, infection, decay, or abscess.

Common Dental Emergencies

If you experience any of these symptoms or any other severe pain or discomfort in your mouth, you should seek immediate dental care to prevent the condition from worsening or causing further complications.
sever toothache

sever toothache

A knocked-out tooth, also known as an avulsed tooth, is considered a dental emergency and should be addressed promptly by a dentist.

knocked-out tooth

knocked-out tooth

A knocked-out tooth, also known as an avulsed tooth, is considered a dental emergency and should be addressed promptly by a dentist.

cracked tooth

cracked tooth

This can occur due to a variety of factors, including biting down on hard objects, trauma, grinding or clenching the teeth, or large fillings that weaken the tooth structure.

abscess or infection

abscess or infection

This occurs when bacteria enter the dental pulp or soft tissues of the mouth, causing an inflammation or pus-filled swelling in the affected area.

bleeding in mouth

bleeding in mouth

While minor bleeding in the mouth can be common, excessive bleeding can be a sign of a more serious condition and may require prompt attention.

soft tissues

soft tissues

This is an injury to the soft tissues of the mouth, such as the tongue, lips, or cheeks. Dental soft tissue injuries can occur from accidental biting, impact to the mouth, or dental procedures.

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What to do in a dental emergency

Our experienced team is here to help when an emergency happens! Discover how we can help prepare and protect you and your family with our emergency dental care services.

Continue reading for more information on what is considered a dental emergency or call our Elk Grove, California office immediately at (916) 686-8989 if urgent assistance is required!

Types of dental emergencies

A dental emergency refers to any situation that requires prompt attention from a dentist to address sudden, severe, or potentially life-threatening dental conditions. Dental emergencies can be caused by a variety of factors, such as trauma, infection, decay, or abscess.

Some common examples of dental emergencies include:

  • A severe toothache that is not relieved by over-the-counter pain medication
  • A knocked-out or partially dislodged tooth
  • A cracked or broken tooth
  • An abscess or infection in the mouth
  • Severe bleeding from the mouth or gums
  • Injury to the soft tissues of the mouth, such as the tongue, lips, or cheeks

If you experience any of these symptoms or any other severe pain or discomfort in your mouth, you should seek immediate dental care to prevent the condition from worsening or causing further complications.

Other dental emergencies

If any other peculiar symptoms or pain persists, or you are wondering where to go for a dental emergency, please give us a call so we can help determine if you need to come into our practice or to the emergency room. With emergency dental care, you can spend less time worrying about if the dentist is open and more time fixing the problem at hand!

How to avoid dental emergencies

Accidents are unplanned, and therefore hard to prepare for. The best option for staying in front of a dental emergency is to be preventative. Schedule regular exams every six months and continue your regimen of good oral hygiene. Brush at least twice a day, floss once per day, and avoid brittle foods like hard candy that may do damage to your teeth!

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