At Scott R. Adishian, D.D.S. Inc., our top priority is patient safety and well-being. Dental emergencies are just a normal part of life and sometimes you can’t afford to wait until the next business day to see a dentist.
For this reason, we encourage patients in our records to come see us for same-day emergency dental care. We also have a capable emergency staff available after our regular business hours. If you’re experiencing a dental emergency, come to our office right away! The sooner we can treat you, the better off you’ll be.
So what exactly constitutes a dental emergency? Here are some examples of possible dental emergencies and what you can do to mitigate the damage while you get yourself to our office for treatment:
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of these dental emergencies, come to our office as soon as possible. If you can’t get to us right away, there are steps you can take to mitigate dental damage in the meantime.
If there’s bleeding at the site of the injury, rinse out the mouth with warm water and apply gauze as necessary to stop the bleeding. Avoiding using tissue or cotton swabs that will leave behind pieces or residue.
If you’ve knocked out a tooth, try to locate it and put it in a bag of milk, then bring it with you to your emergency appointment.
Common situations include ongoing tooth pain, a cracked or broken tooth, a knocked-out tooth, swelling, or bleeding that doesn't stop. If you're unsure whether your situation needs urgent care, give us a call and we'll help you decide.
In most cases, yes. We set aside time for urgent visits. Call ahead so we can prepare.
Keep it moist in a container of milk and bring it with you. Coming in promptly gives the best chance of saving it.
No. We're happy to help anyone with a dental emergency. Just call or come in.
For most dental issues, start with a dentist. For jaw injuries, bleeding that won't stop, or swelling that affects breathing, seek emergency medical care first.
